BULGARIA SLOW TRANSITION TO DEMOCRACY
BULGARIA SLOW TRANSITION TO DEMOCRACY
By
Presented to
Javier Rodriguez
Political Actors and Behaviors I
Universidad Carlos III
Monday, May 13, 2014
Introduction
Following the revolution of 1989, communist countries started the challenging road to the consolidation of democratization. These countries that had been under the communist regime for several decades have to reorganize the country under specific policies and structure.
Historical and Socio-economic context of Bulgaria are explored as they are for post communism indicators of the how well democratic consolidation is done relative to other central eastern European countries. In Bulgaria, the absence of opposition party before 1989, the structure and orientation of the political institution, the presence of a substantial ethnic minority, the weak parliament and the lack of experience of the personal are all factors that impact Bulgaria’s transition to democracy. Furthermore the development of the Bulgarian Communist Party is monitored until it became recognized as a democratic center left party. Indeed, in late 90’s this party was viewed as illegitimate and discredited however it still was in power for several years after the fall of communism and returned to power in the 21st century. This party has been in the political sphere since 1944 had a notable impact on party politics and on government policies and reform efforts and its development is a valuable indicator of Bulgaria position within its transition to democracy. Also is analyzed the development of democracy within Bulgaria after 7 years of status-quo. And the new way to the NATO and European Union. The political actors will be introduced and the election results after 1997.
Literature Review
During the WWI, Bulgaria was allied with the axis power but couldn't provide them with much help in regards of resources and troops. In September 1944, Russia declared war on Bulgaria however this was perceived as a friendly takeover of
By
Presented to
Javier Rodriguez
Political Actors and Behaviors I
Universidad Carlos III
Monday, May 13, 2014
Introduction
Following the revolution of 1989, communist countries started the challenging road to the consolidation of democratization. These countries that had been under the communist regime for several decades have to reorganize the country under specific policies and structure.
Historical and Socio-economic context of Bulgaria are explored as they are for post communism indicators of the how well democratic consolidation is done relative to other central eastern European countries. In Bulgaria, the absence of opposition party before 1989, the structure and orientation of the political institution, the presence of a substantial ethnic minority, the weak parliament and the lack of experience of the personal are all factors that impact Bulgaria’s transition to democracy. Furthermore the development of the Bulgarian Communist Party is monitored until it became recognized as a democratic center left party. Indeed, in late 90’s this party was viewed as illegitimate and discredited however it still was in power for several years after the fall of communism and returned to power in the 21st century. This party has been in the political sphere since 1944 had a notable impact on party politics and on government policies and reform efforts and its development is a valuable indicator of Bulgaria position within its transition to democracy. Also is analyzed the development of democracy within Bulgaria after 7 years of status-quo. And the new way to the NATO and European Union. The political actors will be introduced and the election results after 1997.
Literature Review
During the WWI, Bulgaria was allied with the axis power but couldn't provide them with much help in regards of resources and troops. In September 1944, Russia declared war on Bulgaria however this was perceived as a friendly takeover of