Iosif Dan

Iosif Dan (born March 19, 1950, Bucharest, Romania – died January 1, 2007, Bucharest, Romania) was a Romanian politician, political scientist, and journalist. He was a prominent figure in the post-revolutionary political landscape of Romania.

Dan was a founding member of the Group for Social Dialogue (GDS), a crucial intellectual and civic platform established shortly after the Romanian Revolution of 1989. This group played a significant role in shaping public discourse and promoting democratic values.

He served as a Member of Parliament in the Romanian Chamber of Deputies from 1990 to 1992, representing the Civic Alliance Party (PAC). During his time in Parliament, he was involved in the drafting of legislation and the ongoing efforts to transition Romania to a democratic society.

Following his parliamentary term, Dan remained active in political analysis and commentary. He contributed to various publications and participated in public debates concerning Romanian politics and societal issues. His work often focused on themes of democratization, civic engagement, and the rule of law.

Iosif Dan is remembered for his contributions to the establishment of democratic institutions and his commitment to civic participation in post-communist Romania.