Igor Juršič’s candid answers reveal what he would change in Maribor

Maribor mayoral candidate Igor Juršič took part in a personal questionnaire by Slovenian newspaper Večer, offering candid answers about his views, habits and relationship with the city. The questions ranged from local costs to his choice of car, giving voters a more personal glimpse of the candidate beyond the usual campaign topics. Juršič was asked what he would make cheaper if elected mayor, which Slovenian politician he respects most and which one irritates him most. The questionnaire also covered how many books he has read this year, his favourite part of Maribor and whether the city needs another footbridge across the Drava. The article’s headline highlights one of his more memorable replies: he described his car as one suited to Turkish taxi drivers. Other questions focused on his views of Ljubljana and whether voters are always right. Juršič was also asked whether the Jek2 project should be decided by referendum. The newspaper presented the answers as a chance to hear the candidate speak directly about everyday preferences and issues affecting Maribor, rather than relying only on formal campaign statements. The published excerpt lists the subjects put to Juršič but does not include all of his responses. It emphasizes that he answered without beating around the bush, with some replies described as direct and others as surprising. His remarks about the car, together with questions about books, local landmarks and city policy, gave the questionnaire its lighter, more personal angle.