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Romania: Bucharest Mayoral Election?

Coalitions and ambitions in Eastern Europe.

Jun 27, 2025
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We’re taking a break from Middle Eastern conflicts this Friday to visit Europe. In Bucharest, the capitol of Romania, elites are fighting for control of the city’s mayoral seat. Over $5 million has been invested in this prediction market.

A single candidate is best positioned, another has the party machine, but the market odds don’t reflect the real state of things.

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Vacancy at the Center of Power

As many readers may not be familiar with Romanian politics, let us give you a few key points:

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