Câștigarea Alegerilor și Repetarea Turului Două cu Lasconi și Georgescu
- As the annulment of the 2024 presidential election, a nationalist-extremist current has spread the idea that the second round of the annulled election can be rerun.
- George Simion, along with POT leader Anamaria Gavrilă, and Anton Pisaroglu, former advisor to Georgescu, are promising to "reinstate" the second round after one of them wins the...
- The idea is not only absurd in terms of the purpose of presidential elections, but also completely unrealizable from a legal and constitutional point of view, since the...
Romania’s Presidential Election Turmoil: Nationalist Push for a Rerun
Table of Contents
- Romania’s Presidential Election Turmoil: Nationalist Push for a Rerun
- Romania’s Contested Election: Understanding teh Call for a Rerun
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is there a call for a rerun of the 2024 Romanian presidential election?
- Which romanian politicians are promising to “reinstate” the second round of the annulled election?
- Is it legally possible to rerun the annulled second round of the presidential election in Romania?
- What are the legal and constitutional reasons that make a rerun impossible?
- What is the analyst Ion M. Ioniță’s viewpoint on the “second round back” slogan?
- What does Ion M. Ioniță say about the supporters of this movement?
- Does the call for a rerun incite rebellion in Romania?
- What role does civic education play in this situation?
- What societal factors contribute to the resonance of these messages in Romania?
- Quick Reference Table: Key Figures and Their Stances
- Frequently Asked Questions
Published: March 15, 2025
The Annulled Election and its Aftermath
As the annulment of the 2024 presidential election, a nationalist-extremist current has spread the idea that the second round of the annulled election can be rerun. This is despite the fact that the Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) issued a final decision, which no other court could overrule. The illusion of a rerun gained momentum after the initial rejection of Călin georgescu’s candidacy by the Central Electoral Bureau (BEC), based on the Court’s decision of December 6, 2024, and confirmed by the CCR.
Candidates Promise to “Reinstate” the Second Round
George Simion, along with POT leader Anamaria Gavrilă, and Anton Pisaroglu, former advisor to Georgescu, are promising to “reinstate” the second round after one of them wins the presidential election. This pledge comes despite the legal and constitutional impossibility of such an action.
The idea is not only absurd in terms of the purpose of presidential elections, but also completely unrealizable from a legal and constitutional point of view, since the president cannot request the resumption of a round of voting canceled by a court decision, and in the event of a resignation, Călin Georgescu would still be prevented from running again for the same reasons.
Analyst’s Viewpoint: A Political Maneuver
Analyst Ion M. Ioniță believes that the slogan “second round back” is being used to maintain the support of Călin Georgescu’s loyal voters and to attract them to George Simion and Anamaria Gavrilă.
N-are niciun fel de temei. Cred că acum această idee este vehiculată pentru a nu demobiliza alegătorii din nucleul dur al lui Călin Georgescu,care nu vor decât să-l vadă în turul doi al alegerilor. nu există niciun temei constituțional, de niciun fel, este ca și cum ai propune alegeri pe planeta Marte. Nu trăim într-o epocă în care adevărul să conteze foarte mult, contează ce spui și, probabil, acești candidați asta își doresc. Nefiind o indicație de vot din partea lui Călin Georgescu, încearcă să aducă ei electoratul lui Călin Georgescu și promit himera asta: ‘Votați-ne pe noi, că e ca și cum l-ați vota pe Călin Georgescu’. Este,sigur,culmea absurdului să faci alegeri validate ca să reinstaurezi un tur doi al unor alegeri anulate
Ion M. Ioniță
Ioniță emphasizes that supporters of this movement do not understand that the future president cannot organize elections in any way.
Poate să demisioneze, și atunci se fac alegeri, deci tot nu se reia turul doi. Așa spune Constituția. Nu se mai poate, lucrurile sunt stabilite juridic și Constituțional. Așa ar trebui să ne întoarcem la alegerea lui Cuza, și să ne întoarcem la alegerea lui Cuza, sau la alegerile din 1946, care au fost fraudate de comuniști. Nu te mai poți întoarce în trecut, gata
Ion M. Ioniță
The Specter of Rebellion
Ioniță notes that some messages encourage rebellion, which, in theory, would be the only way to resume the second round, but this is an extremely serious matter.
Sigur că așa se poate întâmpla, cum cer mercenarii, să iasă lumea cu armele în stradă, să atace instituțiile și să anuleze ordinea constituțională. În România te poți gândi la orice
Ion M. Ioniță
Lack of Civic Education: A Root Cause
A notable problem is the lack of civic and constitutional education among the population, which allows such messages to resonate.
De ce am ajuns într-o situație în care un număr vital de oameni sunt sensibili la mesaje care nu au niciun fel de legătură cu realitatea? Asta mi se pare foarte grav. Oameni care cred că se întâmplă miracole de felul acesta, că vine trimisul lui Dumnezeu pe Pământ și le rezolvă pe toate. În societatea românească era latentă această situație,erau foarte multe semnale că se întâmplă asta,și s-a întruchipat Călin Georgescu și,dintr-odată,toate aceste așteptări s-au concretizat în voturi pentru el,pe baza unor mesaje care nu au niciun fel de credibilitate
Ion M. Ioniță
Sociologists need to investigate why such messages penetrate so deeply into Romanian society and where the distrust in institutions, the state, and politicians originates.
Romania’s Contested Election: Understanding teh Call for a Rerun
This article addresses the turmoil surrounding Romania’s 2024 presidential election, specifically the push for a rerun of the second round despite its annulment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there a call for a rerun of the 2024 Romanian presidential election?
Following the annulment of the 2024 presidential election, certain nationalist and extremist factions have been advocating for a rerun of the second round. This campaign persists despite the Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) issuing a final decision,which legally cannot be overturned by any other court. The initial rejection of Călin Georgescu’s candidacy by the central Electoral Bureau (BEC), based on the Court’s decision of December 6, 2024, and confirmed by the CCR, fueled this movement.
Which romanian politicians are promising to “reinstate” the second round of the annulled election?
Several political figures have publicly supported the idea of reinstating the second round, including:
George Simion
Anamaria Gavrilă (POT leader)
* Anton Pisaroglu (former advisor to Călin Georgescu)
These individuals have pledged to “reinstate” the round if elected president.
Is it legally possible to rerun the annulled second round of the presidential election in Romania?
No, it is indeed legally and constitutionally impossible. The Constitutional Court of Romania’s decision is final and cannot be overruled. A president cannot request the resumption of a round of voting canceled by a court decision. Even in the event of a presidential resignation, Călin Georgescu would still be barred from running again due to the initial court decision.
What are the legal and constitutional reasons that make a rerun impossible?
The Romanian Constitution and existing legal framework do not provide any mechanism for reinstating a round of voting that has been annulled by a final court decision.Analyst Ion M. ioniță emphasizes that there is no constitutional basis for such an action, comparing it to suggesting elections on Mars. Attempts to revert to past elections,such as those of Alexandru Ioan Cuza or the fraudulent elections of 1946,are not legally viable precedents.
What is the analyst Ion M. Ioniță’s viewpoint on the “second round back” slogan?
Ion M. Ioniță views the slogan as a political maneuver to maintain support from Călin Georgescu’s core voters and attract them to George Simion and Anamaria Gavrilă. He believes that these candidates are using the promise of a rerun to capture Georgescu’s electorate by falsely suggesting that voting for them is equivalent to voting for Georgescu.
What does Ion M. Ioniță say about the supporters of this movement?
Ioniță highlights that these supporters fail to understand the limits of presidential power. A president cannot unilaterally organize elections, and even a resignation would only trigger a new election, not a rerun of the annulled round.
Does the call for a rerun incite rebellion in Romania?
Yes, ioniță points out that some messages associated with this movement encourage rebellion as a theoretical means of resuming the second round, which he acknowledges would be an extremely serious and dangerous course of action involving attacks on institutions and the annulment of constitutional order. he notes, “În România te poți gândi la orice” (“In Romania, you can think of anything”), emphasizing the potential for instability.
What role does civic education play in this situation?
A important factor contributing to the appeal of such unrealistic messages is the lack of civic and constitutional education among the Romanian population. This deficiency makes people susceptible to messages that lack any connection to reality. Ion M. ioniță emphasizes how a significant number of people are vulnerable to messages promising miraculous solutions, which ultimately materialized into votes for Călin Georgescu based on unsubstantiated claims. Sociologists need to investigate the root causes of this vulnerability and the widespread distrust in institutions, the state, and politicians.
What societal factors contribute to the resonance of these messages in Romania?
Sociologists need to investigate why such messages penetrate so deeply into Romanian society and where the distrust in institutions, the state, and politicians originates. A latent situation allows people to believe in miracles.
Quick Reference Table: Key Figures and Their Stances
| Figure | position/Affiliation | Stance on Rerun | Motivation |
| —————— | —————————————————– | ——————————————————— | —————————————————————————————————————————————————————– |
| George simion | Candidate | Promises to “reinstate” the second round | Aims to attract Călin Georgescu’s voters.|
| Anamaria Gavrilă | POT Leader | Promises to “reinstate” the second round | Aims to attract Călin Georgescu’s voters. |
| Anton Pisaroglu | Former advisor to Călin Georgescu | Promises to “reinstate” the second round | Aims to attract Călin Georgescu’s voters. |
| Călin Georgescu | Rejected Candidate | N/A | Although initially rejected, his supporters are key to the other candidates’ strategies. |
| Ion M. Ioniță | Analyst | Believes the idea is legally baseless | Views it as a political tactic to mobilize and attract a specific voter base and recognizes the lack of civic education as a key factor. |
| Constitutional Court of Romania (CCR) | Judicial Body | Ruled against the possibility of a rerun, decision being final | Upholding the law and constitutional principles. |