Jan Dohnal

Jan Dohnal is the mayor of Ostrava, the third largest city in the Czech Republic. He is a member of the Civic Democratic Party (ODS) and has been a vocal opponent of populist politics in the region. Recently, he acknowledged the significant presence and influence of billionaire Andrej Babiš and his populist party ANO, particularly in Ostrava, where Babiš enjoys considerable support among voters. Dohnal's comments reflect the growing political dynamics in the area as the upcoming parliamentary elections approach.