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The article criticizes the PSD's administrative reform in Romania, arguing that simply reorganizing local government structures does not address deeper issues. It emphasizes the need for genuine decentralization, financial solidarity, and local empowerment rather than superficial changes. The author suggests that Romania should adopt a model similar to Poland's, which successfully decentralized power and resources to local governments. The piece highlights the importance of respecting cultural identities and ensuring that reforms genuinely improve local governance and representation. It advocates for the creation of strong regional administrations instead of merely merging existing municipalities.