http://euronews.net/index.php?page=info <http://euronews.net/index.php?page=info&article=421883&lng=1> &article=421883&lng=1 Corruption sparks protests in Romania
30,000 Romanians have rallied in support of President Traian Basescu, a week before a referendum on whether he should be impeached. The crowd in Craiova dressed in orange, symbolising the Orange Revolution which brought Basescu to power in December 2004. Basescu's suspension in April on charges of abuse of power has sparked concern in the European Union about the future of justice reforms and the fight against corruption in the country. Many Romanians believe his return to power may be the only way to curb widespread corruption. A counter-demonstration was organised by the opposition Social Democratic Party in Pitesti. The SDP was one of a number of parties that accused Basescu of corruption and involvement in secret police activity. The protest attracted 5,000 people to the city of Pitesti. They want to see Basescu impeached. This looks unlikely however as polls show support for the President at around 65 per cent. (C) EuroNews ---------------------------- Vali "Noble blood is an accident of fortune; noble actions are the chief mark of greatness." (Carlo Goldoni) "When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace." (Jimi Hendrix)
