DPS Nikšić and the Parastos to Draža Mihailović: You Are Who You Associate With!
Welcome to the never-ending political soap opera! The Municipal Board of the Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) in Nikšić is not holding back in their response to the statements of the President of the Nikšić Municipal Assembly. The hot topic? The parastos (memorial service) for Draža Mihailović and the political games surrounding it.
Who is Draža Mihailović and why is he a problem?
Draža Mihailović is a controversial historical figure, commander of the Chetnik movement during World War II, considered by many in the region as a symbol of hatred and nationalism. DPS Nikšić clearly states that they did not support the parastos; it was the work of Marko Kovačević, the current head of the Nikšić municipality and, as they say, the heir to that ideology.
Accusations flying everywhere
DPS spares no criticism for the President of the Assembly, accusing her of deliberate manipulation or political illiteracy. But that’s not all! Lalatović, Žižić, and Mrkić, who voted for the parastos, bear equal or even greater responsibility for fueling interethnic hatred and undermining the civic character of society.
“You are who you associate with” – a message that hits the mark
This phrase has become the motto of the entire debate. DPS Nikšić says that everyone who supports or does not condemn the parastos is effectively on the side of an ideology that divides society and rekindles old conflicts.
What’s really going on?
This quarrel is not just about the parastos. It’s a fight for political control, for defining the identity and future of Nikšić, and Montenegro as a whole. Behind it are accusations of the collapse of the security sector, political manipulations, and conflicts between different political actors.
Why does it matter?
Because this is not just about history, but about how the past is used for political points today. While some fight for reconciliation and a civic society, others fan nationalist tensions. All this in a city that was once a symbol of resistance, now an arena for political battles.
Conclusion
DPS Nikšić clearly states: “You are who you associate with!” – and this is not just a phrase, but a sharp criticism and warning. In times when society is already divided, such messages can only deepen the rift.
And you? Which side are you on? Or are you just a spectator in this political drama? Drop a comment, maybe together we can untangle this mess!
This is just part of the political drama in Nikšić, but it clearly shows how intertwined the past and politics are and how hard it is to find common ground.
