The leader of the Democratic Union of Hungarians in Romania (UDMR), Kelemen Hunor, has come to the defense of Bucharest Mayor Nicuşor Dan, stating he does not believe the mayor acts out of malice. Hunor attributes Dan’s approach to the prolonged political crisis to his individual style of tackling issues, acknowledging it may appear slower to some. He emphasized that political pressure is constant, regardless of who holds the office of president, but asserts a leader must resist yielding to such pressures. Kelemen believes a leader should maintain a clear vision and direction. He suggests Nicuşor Dan possesses this characteristic, despite perceptions of a slower pace. Hunor’s comments offer a perspective on the dynamics within Romanian politics and suggest understanding for the Bucharest Mayor’s leadership approach.