Uroš Piper, former media coordinator of the New DSS, responded to a statement by Nenad Gladić, spokesperson for the United Kosjerić list, who criticized the facial expression of President Vučić after the Serbian Progressive Party’s victory in the elections in Zaječar and Kosjerić. Piper ironically commented that the blockaders plan to introduce a new article in the election law, where an unhappy facial expression of a political opponent would be sufficient grounds to annul the elections. This statement sparked reactions in the media and among experts, who condemned the behavior of the blockaders. The topic has sparked political debates about the legitimacy of the elections and the behavior of the opposition.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets emphasize the criticism of the ruling party’s election victories and highlight the opposition’s frustration with alleged unfair practices. They tend to focus on the irony in Piper’s response and the broader context of political repression and manipulation in Serbia.
Center: Center-leaning sources report the facts of the statements made by both Piper and Gladić, presenting the exchange as part of ongoing political tensions. They focus on the legitimacy of the elections and the reactions from various political actors without strong bias.
Right: Right-leaning media emphasize the defense of the ruling Serbian Progressive Party and criticize the opposition’s behavior, portraying the blockaders as unreasonable and disruptive. They highlight Piper’s ironic remarks as a justified response to opposition provocations.
