MAGA hats and sheepskin coats: Who are these so-called "sovereigntists" in Romania?

Thursday, Mar 13, 2025

Roman nationalist sentiment rises against EU integration, fueled by disillusionment and right-wing populism.

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A Bucharest florist displays merchandise featuring Romanian far-right politician Calin Georgescu, who supporters view as a national reformer akin to Atatürk. The owner identifies with “sovereignist” views against European Union “globalists,” holding nationalist, euro-skeptic, and anti-NATO beliefs. This rise in radical right sentiment is part of a broader European trend fueled by disillusionment with traditional parties, dissatisfaction with COVID-19 pandemic management, economic inequality, poor public services, and skepticism toward globalization, often amplified by social media. While Georgescu’s supporters share common themes with Trumpism—such as anti-progressive views and emphasis on patriotism—the analysis notes differences in their economic viability due to Romania’s reliance on EU funds, and that pro-Russian sentiment is not dominant among them; instead, the owner expresses support for Donald Trump over Putin. The phenomenon of sovereignism is noted across Europe, with some right-wing groups advocating for significant changes to the European Union.


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