The voter turnout in the presidential elections in Moldova could be low. Furthermore, there would be no intrigue in the runoff vote with the two candidates who are suspected of being directed by Plahotniuc from behind, Romanian historian Armand Gosu, who is a specialist in post-Soviet area problems, stated in an interview for Radio Free Europe, IPN reports.
“With Marian Lupu in the runoff, there will be no intrigue in the second round of voting because Marian Lupu and Igor Dodon have the same profile. They are both ex-Communists who grew politically under the shield of Mister Voronin. It’s hard to believe that they will manage to transmit any emotion to the pro-Vest, pro-East, pro-Plahotniuc or anti-Plahotniuc voters who will go to cast their ballots. And there is also the perception that both Lupu and Dodon are Plahotniuc’s candidates,” stated Armand Gosu.
According to him, the fact that Maia Sandu was ultimately nominated as a common candidate is a big chance for the democratic forces. Maia Sandu has the biggest chances of competing against Dodon in the runoff. “After the first round, hey will surely have to bring about some improvements in terms of electoral tactics. The final with Dodon will be very hard and those who expect that all the political pro-Vest, pro-Romanian, pro-Democratic and whatever other forces will gather together behind Maia Sandu are somewhat naïve,” stated the historian.
Armand Gosu also said that Maia Sandu is a chance for Moldova. Those who think that there is weak person being this fragile woman are wrong as she is very strong. Also, at this historical stage covered by Moldova, Maia Sandu will be an extraordinary President.
