Bulgaria during the Communist Era
As with the majority of Eastern European countries, Bulgaria was a strict Soviet Union supporter in the years that followed WWII. The country was led by a communist party and was a continuous supporter of far-left politics.
During the years of communism, Bulgarians felt protected. However, opportunities for young people, personal development and education were not accessible to the majority of people. Further problems included serious constitutional violations such asa biased justice system and 'optional' law enforcement where police and military services would act when they felt like it and not when necessary.
Bulgaria at the End of the Twentieth Century and the Concept of Democracy
Following many other states in the late 80s and early 90s of the twentieth century, Bulgaria liberated itself from communism after massive protests and enforcement of the public will. The new democratic order that took control over the country was most inappropriate - ex-communists, democrats-to-be and freed prisoners became the main actors in the Bulgarian Parliament.
For nearly ten years they led to the erosion of the justice system in the country and passed laws that favored the rich criminals. Criminal activity rose by nearly 200% - mainly organized crime and corruption on every state level. The biased justice system started serving the interests of large business owners and corrupt politicians.
Meanwhile, thousands kept losing their jobs, unemployment in Bulgaria reached critical levels and public funds were exhausted for the benefit of rich.
Has Bulgaria Changed Since 2007?
After Bulgaria joined the EU many suggested that the country would escape its dodgy past and would become a European state no longer associated with crime and injustice. However, Bulgaria is still hiding in Eastern Europe as a country that has almost no options for recovery. Once again suppressed by mighty businessmen, the middle class is struggling to overcome financial, economic and social difficulties. Politicians remain the same - many of them were once responsible for the monstrosities of the communist regime. They call themselves democratic and socialist forces now - same players in different suits.
The European Union seems to have no intention of changing its approach towards the country and encourage political and social change. No new political players have recently appeared on the political stage in the country and this only proves how biased the process of equality and justice delivery is in the country.
As for the Bulgarians - they are becoming a nation that is slowly getting used to injustice. Hope among people always rises before elections but is never justified. Bulgarian media agencies now report that the main concepts that Bulgarians associate with their public authorities are injustice and corruption - a fair result from the political suffering of the state.
