Traian Basescu

Many Europeans are confused by the terms Roma and Romania. They wonder if it is an ethnicity or a nation of 22 million citizens.

I never promised you a rose garden.

There is no such thing as several Romanias, but only politicians who divide Romania depending on the interests of their parties and their clout.

When you first come into Parliament, it's a daunting place because you feel you've so much to learn. Once you've been re-elected, you feel much more confident. It just gives you a bit of a boost.

I have a dog named Steve that lives at the studio.

When I got married in Bucharest, there were 10,000 people on the street. People didn't go to work that day. It was emotional to see how people care about you. I didn't expect that.