In the midst of a highly anticipated election year in Romania, with four significant contests taking place, the AUR party has announced its intention to subject its cadres to a polygraphic test. The party aims to create transparency for voters and demonstrate their loyalty to the party through this decision.
According to Dan Tanasa, spokesperson for the AUR party, the integrity test is an essential step towards establishing trust among citizens and ensuring that their candidates and local cadres are reliable. Party president George Simion echoes these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of team cohesion and suggesting that those who resist or express fear towards the polygraph test may not be dependable during times of need. Simion himself set an example by undergoing a lie detector test and sharing his results on social media.
However, experts have raised concerns about the validity of such a test. They argue that a more comprehensive examination would be necessary. Critics have also questioned the timing of this campaign, noting that AUR has recently faced internal disputes and controversies. The party has been accused of serving Russian interests and undermining trust in Euro-Atlantic institutions. Despite its nationalist stance and commitment to Romanian values, AUR has faced skepticism regarding its true motives.
Despite these challenges, AUR’s decision to conduct polygraph tests on its members reflects the party’s efforts to differentiate itself in a crowded political landscape and win over voters in a crucial election year for Romania.