Untangling Podcast sits down with renowned historian Professor Maria Bucur-Deckard to explore the political upheaval surrounding Romania’s 2025 elections. Professor Bucur, a leading scholar of modern Eastern European history and gender politics, brings her expert lens to the country’s shifting democratic landscape.🇷🇴 We dive deep into:- The rise of far-right populism in Romania and the surge of the AUR (Alliance for the Unity of Romanians) party- The roles of controversial figures like George Simion and Călin Georgescu- Allegations of foreign interference and the impact of misinformation- The influence of TikTok and social media in shaping voter perception- The disqualification of candidates and what it signals about Romania's democracy- How historical fascism informs Romania’s present political culture- Why corruption, inequality, and anti-immigrant rhetoric are fueling extremism- What the outcome of Romania’s 2025 elections means for the future of Europe and the EU🧠 Professor Bucur also provides valuable historical context about Romania's experience with authoritarianism, the post-1989 democratic transition, and the delicate role of the Romanian diaspora in modern elections.🔎 This episode is essential for anyone trying to understand the current political climate in Eastern Europe, the resurgence of nationalist movements, and the threats facing European democratic institutions.📺 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you’re interested in global politics, democratic backsliding, and history that speaks to today’s challenges.#Romania #RomanianElections #GeorgeSimion #FarRight #EuropeanPolitics #MariaBucur #Fascism #UntanglingPodcast #EasternEurope #Romania2025Other platform to tune in https://linktr.ee/untanglingpodcast