Madalina Botan

Madalina Botan is a senior lecturer at the National University of Political Science and Public Administration in Bucharest, Romania. She specializes in political communication and social media dynamics, particularly how digital platforms influence public discourse and political engagement. Botan has commented on the rising influence of extreme right-wing candidates in Romania, highlighting how their understanding of social media algorithms gives them a significant advantage in shaping narratives and mobilizing support.