Gabriela Firea, one of the prominent figures of Romanian politics, recently presented her vision for an improved Bucharest, with an emphasis on the development of urban infrastructure and public services. The statements were made during the launch of the candidacy of his colleague, Rareș Hopincă, for the position of mayor of Sector 2, an event attended by other prominent personalities, including the Prime Minister of Romania and PSD president, Marcel Ciolacu.
Gabriela Firea's vision for the capital includes maintenance of parks and buildings, intelligent management of intersections, substantial investment in schools, hospitals, passageways and bridges, wide boulevards, civilized public transport and rigorous anti-pollution measures. "Together we are stronger, and together we can build the 'City desired by the people', Bucharest", stated Firea, highlighting a unified message for his campaign.
Reflecting on the problems facing the residents of Bucharest, especially those in Sector 2, Firea criticized the current administration for what he describes as neglect and squalor. "Residents are fed up with the mess, the carelessness and the perceived culprits," she said, adding that the city no longer needed "experiments" in governance. He highlighted the failures of previous mayors who, according to him, obtained votes through dishonest methods and did not serve the population effectively.
With the promise to put citizens' needs first, Firea announced his candidacy for the capital's mayor's office. He shared his experiences from visiting a site where a malfunction left half of Bucharest without hot water, praising Termoenergetica employees for their dedication. Firea emphasized the mayor's role as an active problem solver, present on the ground where difficulties arise.
In an impassioned appeal, Firea slammed the current mayor-at-large, suggesting he was probably busier battling alleged real estate sharks in court than addressing the city's immediate needs.
Her campaign, backed by a coalition of social democrats and liberals, positions her as a dedicated advocate for urban renewal and improving living conditions, promising a more thoughtful and action-oriented style of governance for Bucharest. As the elections approach, Gabriela Firea's promises and criticisms resonate with many citizens who are looking for tangible improvements in the everyday urban environment.
