Octavian Ursu
Octavian Ursu is a Romanian-born politician and the mayor of Görlitz, Germany, known for his successful campaign against far-right extremism. Elected in 2019, he defeated the Alternative for Germany (AfD) candidate, Sebastian Wippel, despite being initially behind in the polls. Ursu's platform focused on promoting Görlitz as an open and innovative city, and he has actively engaged with the local Polish community. A musician by training, he has a background in music education and has held various leadership roles in cultural institutions before entering politics.
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Octavian Ursu won his second term as mayor in Germany, defeating a far-right candidate.
Un român a câștigat al doilea mandat de primar într-o localitate din Germania. Dominic Fritz: „E și o victorie a valorilor europene”
Romania· 2026-05-31
Octavian Ursu is the mayor of Görlitz.
‘Not everyone is happy about the transition’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-25
Octavian Ursu is the mayor of Görlitz who discussed the need for open traffic between the two countries.
Un puente y una frontera que vuelve: Alemania y Polonia exhiben músculo contra la inmigración y tensan su relación | Internacional
Spain· 2025-07-13
Octavian Ursu, the mayor of Görlitz, expresses surprise at the interest in AfD's support in his city.
Görlitz, donde uno de cada dos alemanes vota a la ultraderecha: “Solo ellos se ocupan de los problemas de la gente” | InternacionalSpain· 2025-02-25
Octavian Ursu explains how he fought against extremism in Görlitz, Germany.
Cum a reușit un primar de origine română să-i învingă pe extremiști în Hollywoodul Germaniei. Îndemn pentru România: „trebuie să rămâneți în rândul țărilor europene”Romania· 2025-02-10
