SloveniaThe article investigates whether Aleš Novak, a prominent member of the Logar Democrats, circumvented legal requirements by becoming a supervisor at Mladinska Knjiga, a state-owned publishing house, while still being the head of the Maribor branch of his political party. According to Slovenian law, individuals who held political office within six months prior cannot be appointed to supervisory roles in state-owned companies. Novak claims he resigned from his party position in January 2026 via an internal written statement, but there is no public evidence of this resignation. The SDH (Slovenian State Holding), which oversees appointments to state-owned enterprises, has confirmed that Novak meets the legal criteria based on documentation provided by him. However, questions remain about why Novak continued to present himself as the head of the Maribor Democratic branch after allegedly resigning.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the situation as a potential legal violation involving a high-profile politician transitioning from politics to a state-owned enterprise role, suggesting possible misuse of influence or procedural shortcuts. It highlights concerns over transparency and accountability, aligning it
