“Revival” proposes to eliminate the paper ballot. This foresees a bill for changes to the electoral code submitted by the party, its press center announced.
It is also proposed to remove the numbers on the ballots and the screens behind which the vote is taken. The proposed amendments aim to limit the bought, controlled and dependent vote to the maximum extent, the petitioners argue.
Among the proposals for the correction of the electoral legislation is that in EU countries, up to 20 sections should be formed outside the diplomatic and consular representations of Bulgaria.
Another amendment provides that only one electronic application can be submitted from one IP address through the CEC website and that the possibility of submitting electronic applications from the CEC website from the territory of Bulgaria will no longer be available.
“Vazrazhdane” has also included changes regarding the selection criteria for CEC members, related to their managerial and professional experience. They add the condition of political independence of the candidates – absence of occupied party functions or active political activity in a period of three years for the candidates to become part of the CEC, reports BTA.
Kostadin Kostadinov’s party announced changes to the Electoral Code at the beginning of November, with their main goal being to preserve the integrity of the vote of Bulgarian citizens.
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**How might Revival’s proposed changes to foreign voting, specifically creating more voting sections abroad and restricting electronic applications from Bulgarian IPs, impact Bulgarians living abroad, and could these restrictions potentially disenfranchise eligible voters?**
## World Today News Interview: Revival’s Proposed Electoral Code Changes
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re discussing controversial proposed changes to Bulgaria’s Electoral Code by the “Revival” party, aimed at ensuring the integrity of the vote. Joining us are [Guest 1 Name], a political analyst, and [Guest 2 Name], a representative from an organization focused on electoral reform.
**Section 1: Paper Ballots – Advancement or Obstacle?**
* **Host:** “Revival” proposes eliminating paper ballots, citing concerns about manipulated votes. How significant of a problem is ballot manipulation in Bulgaria, and are these concerns valid? What are the potential advantages and disadvantages of switching to a purely digital system? Mr. [Guest 1], your insights on this would be valuable.
* **Host:** Ms. [Guest 2], what is your organization’s stance on electronic voting? It raises concerns about cybersecurity and voter accessibility. How can these challenges be addressed, and could digital voting ultimately strengthen or weaken electoral trust?
**Section 2: Addressing Foreign Voting and Online Applications:**
* **Host:** The proposed changes include creating more voting sections abroad and restricting electronic applications from Bulgarian IPs. Mr. [Guest 1], what motivates these changes, and who are the intended beneficiaries? Could these restrictions disenfranchise eligible voters?
* **Host:** Ms. [Guest 2], numerous countries have debated the merits of online voting. What are some international best practices and lessons learned that Bulgaria could consider when implementing these reforms? What safeguards are essential to ensure fairness and prevent potential abuse?
**Section 3: Political Independence and the Central Electoral Commission:**
* **Host:** “Revival” proposes stricter requirements for CEC members, emphasizing political independence. Mr. [Guest 1], how significant are concerns about partisan influence on the CEC, and are these new criteria sufficient to address those concerns?
* **Host:** Ms. [Guest 2], what role should the CEC play in safeguarding electoral integrity? What are your recommendations for ensuring its impartiality and effectiveness regardless of the proposed changes?
**Conclusion:**
* **Host:** Thank you both for sharing your perspectives on these critical issues. The proposed changes to Bulgaria’s electoral code have sparked considerable debate, with passionate arguments on both sides. Ultimately, the goal is to create a system that is fair, transparent, and allows every eligible Bulgarian citizen to exercise their right to vote with confidence.
**Follow-up:**
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