“The election is primarily about the desire for decency in politics,” Bratislava-based political analyst Radoslav Stefancik said. “Instead of protesting against the ruling Smer-SD party on the streets, people will do so in polling stations,” Stefancik said. The double murder triggered the largest anti-government protests since communist times and toppled Fico as prime minister, with his party colleague Peter Pellegrini taking over the reins. An eccentric self-made millionaire and former media boss, Matovic set up “Ordinary People and Independent Personalities — OLaNO” a decade ago. Analysts suggested that the media savvy, but unpredictable politician could become prime minister if he manages to unify the splintered opposition.

Source: Taipei Times February 29, 2020 16:07 UTC