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Croatia's politics
Real estate news By Economist
Sep 25th 2007
Ahead of the parliamentary election, now expected on November 25th 2007, the opposition Social Democratic Party (SDP) has consolidated its poll lead over the incumbent Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ). The SDP first opened up a clear lead over the HDZ during the first half of 2007, following the illness and subsequent death of its leader, Ivica Racan. Under his successor, the 40 year-old Zoran Milanovic, the SDP has maintained its popularity, and in many polls appears to have built an even stronger advantage.
Mr Milanovic says he would nominate Ljubo Jurcic as the party's candidate for prime minister. Mr Jurcic, a professor of economics, has only recently joined the SDP and is popular in his own right. Mr Milanovic's recent statements on the importance of parliamentary control of elected governments have led to speculation that he might be coveting the role of speaker of the house in an SDP-led legislature.
There have been suggestions that potential conflict between the political ambitions of the two men might produce some tension within the SDP. Nevertheless, the party is in a strong position in terms of support among voters.
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