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Media Review: September 2

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POLITICS - PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION Andrey Gurov and Georgi Kandev’s entry into the presidential race has reshaped the field, with their campaign seeking to unite pro-European and democratic voters while reaching beyond the traditional right-wing electorate. Coverage focuses heavily on the role of GERB, the potential impact of Iliana Iotova’s running mate, and whether Gurov and Kandev can reach the runoff. Capital reports that former caretaker PM Andrey Gurov and former acting Interior Ministry Secretary General Georgi Kandev have entered the presidential race, announcing their candidacies in the southwestern town of Gotse Delchev on Tuesday. Gurov says they want to be a corrective to those in power rather than their “blind supporters” and to build a strong state that protects its citizens. The ticket will be nominated by an initiative committee and backed by Democratic Bulgaria and ]Continue the Change. Capital notes that President Iliana Iotova remains the leading candidate according to

First report: Former Caretaker PM Andrey Gurov Announces Presidential Bid on Tuesday — bta.bg, 15d