nMaya Manolova, the leader of the political movement Stand Up.BG, has made a bold statement regarding her stance on the current political coalition in Bulgaria. In a recent interview on BNT’s program “The Day Begins wiht Georgi Ljubenov,” manolova expressed her firm opposition to the coalition between the BSP-United Left and GERB, stating, “I have no place in such a government and there is no way I will end up in the offices with those against whom the people protested.”
Manolova, who has been a prominent figure in Bulgarian politics and previously served as the National Ombudsman of Bulgaria, emphasized her concerns about the future of the left in the country. ”I voted against the entry of ‘BSP-United Left’ into a coalition with GERB and I was extremely clear.My fear is that this could be the beginning of the end not only of the left unification, but of the left in Bulgaria,” she added. She described the situation as a “sweet death with a kiss and four ministries,” highlighting the potential risks for the left-wing movement.
In response to these developments, Manolova announced that Stand Up.BG would hold a national forum to decide whether to leave the BSP-OL coalition. She also outlined seven key demands that she believes should be included in any coalition agreement. These include commitments to fair taxation, such as zero VAT on bread and flour, a tax-free minimum, taxation of excess profits of corporations, anti-monopoly legislation, and the restoration of the Monument to the Soviet Army.
Manolova’s statements reflect her unwavering commitment to her political principles and her determination to protect the interests of the left in Bulgaria. As the political landscape continues to evolve, her leadership and the decisions made by Stand Up.BG will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping the future of the country.
| Key Points | Details |
|————|———|
| Leader | Maya Manolova |
| Political Movement | Stand Up.BG |
| Stance on Coalition | Opposed to BSP-United Left coalition with GERB |
| Key Demands | Fair taxation, zero VAT on bread and flour, tax-free minimum, taxation of excess profits, anti-monopoly legislation, restoration of the Monument to the Soviet Army |
| Next Steps | national forum to decide on leaving the BSP-OL coalition |
