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Călin Georgescu, candidat independent la alegerile prezidenţiale din România, a obţinut al treilea loc cu 16% din voturi. El consideră acest rezultat ca o "trezire a conştiinţei " românilor. Georgescu a mulțumit cetățenilor pentru sprijin și sacrificii, promițând să susțină unitatea și să contribuie la reconstrucția națiunii.

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Călin Georgescu, an independent candidate in the Romanian presidential elections, secured third place with 16% of the votes. He regards this outcome as an "awakening of the Romanian consciousness." Georgescu expressed his gratitude to the citizens for their support and sacrifices, pledging to uphold unity and contribute to the nation's reconstruction.

Exercise: Text comprehension

Question 1: What percentage of votes did Calin Georgescu receive in the presidential election?

Calin Georgescu received 16% of the votes.

Question 2: What did Calin Georgescu promise to do after the election results?

Calin Georgescu promised to support unity and contribute to the reconstruction of the nation.

Exercise: Vocabulary

(m.) - candidate

(f.) - elections

(n.) - result

(f.) - conscience

(m.) - citizen

- contribute

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▌25/11/2024

Călin Georgescu, an independent candidate in Romania's recent presidential elections, expressed his thoughts following the exit-poll results that saw him climb to a surprising third place, securing around 16% of the vote. Georgescu has characterized this outcome as a profound "awakening of consciousness" among the Romanian people.

In a public address, Georgescu thanked the Romanian citizens for their sacrifices and support. He suggested that the economic and political uncertainties that have loomed over Romania for the past 35 years have led to a broader uncertainty within the political landscape itself. "Tonight, the Romanian people have cried out for peace," he declared, emphasising that this cry derives from a place of suffering rather than joy.

Georgescu drew a parallel to a story from the Orthodox Church, highlighting a lesson from the parable of the rich young man, suggesting that material wealth is insufficient without divine understanding. He believes that while the oligarchic system impoverished its wealthy supporters, the general populace experienced a renewal of moral wealth and consciousness.

Calin Georgescu Hails 'Awakening' in Romanian Exit-Poll Calin Georgescu Hails 'Awakening' in Romanian Exit-Poll (Illustration)

The candidate underscored a sense of unity and strength he perceived among Romanians, contrary to the prevailing challenges. "Whether they voted for me or not, I stand with all Romanians," he stated, alluding to a commitment to be part of a collective resolve to rebuild the nation.

Georgescu has a notable background, having a doctorate in pedology and past roles in environmental positions both domestically and internationally, including at the United Nations. He has held various positions within Romania's political sphere over the years, remaining an advocate for sustainable development.

Though his campaign faced several challenges, including regulatory issues with election materials, Georgescu's unexpected positioning in the election results has emphasized what he called an "extraordinary phenomenon"—a significant and long-awaited awakening of the Romanian people's consciousness.

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