The messages in Rumen Radev's address were in line with what was expected. The criticisms were quite comprehensive and in different directions, there were definitions of what the development model of Bulgaria is, etc. 2022, he spoke about having his own draft Constitution. These are foundations that he has laid over the years. The new thing that impressed me was the forgiveness he asked for, which is unusual for him. This put him closer to the people. This was stated by sociologist Boryana Dimitrova in the program “Since the Day” on BNT.
We have heard much of the criticism from him. Perhaps some people were surprised by his criticism of the PP-DB. It was clear that in addition to submitting his resignation, we are also talking about starting the campaign, said sociologist Evelina Slavkova, quoted by novini.bg.
The big surprises will probably be around his project, she added.
The protests did not recognize Radev as an exponent. The situation was very different from 2020 – 2021, when Radev came out with a raised fist. Another thing is impressive - the speech by Radev, who is leaving the presidency, was very different in nature from the protests. The important thing from now on is to move on to the next step so as not to waste this energy. However, we did not hear what the principle steps after that are. There are many important things that need to come to the fore and it should be clear how he sees his decisions in the main directions of Bulgarian political life, Dimitrova pointed out.
Slavkova added that he will have to transform his image, because criticizing is only very convenient, but what is more important is what answers we will receive to the pressing issues. The image of a politician in the legislative branch will be new for Rumen Radev and here it is very important who the people around him will be. In his speech, he mentioned the judicial system and this will be one of the goals that will also find him coalition partners, she believes.
According to Boryana Dimitrova, the launch vehicles are no longer in the focus of public attention. The parties that would be elected will not be the basis of public attention, rather, it will be two formations. An essential sign will be which political family Rumen Radev will orient himself towards. It is striking that on topics on which he has held quite controversial positions closer to the eastern geopolitical spectrum, in this address he was much more concise, emphasizing the successes for Schengen and entry into the eurozone.
According to her, Radev will seek ambiguity in his positioning, signals both in summer and on the right, so that he can expand his spectrum towards centrism. However, on questions of principle, people will want to hear answers, she believes.