Picture this: students block the streets of Belgrade, police break up the blockades, and SNS MP Vladimir Djukanovic claims that because of these very protests, his party will win two-thirds of the votes in the upcoming elections! Yes, you read that right. While traffic returns to normal and police clear demonstrators from key locations like Zeleni Venac, New Belgrade, and Bogoslovija, Djukanovic, in an op-ed for Politika, openly celebrates. He calls it “crazy luck” and “divine grace” that SNS didn’t lose the state as it did on October 5th. Just a few months ago, SNS was on the brink of falling below the electoral threshold, but now, thanks to the blockades and the “instability” that citizens supposedly fear the most, Djukanovic predicts a “magnificent triumph” with two-thirds parliamentary support.
Is this political magic or sheer arrogance? While students and citizens protest out of dissatisfaction, the ruling party rejoices and uses the situation to tighten its grip even more. Police this morning dismantled blockades at crucial spots, and the Ministry of Interior announced sanctions for protest participants. All the while, Djukanovic declares SNS will “easily win” and that this is the moment to showcase the party’s strength.
This statement sparks fierce reactions. Is it really possible to build political dominance on the public’s discontent? Is this a sign that the government doesn’t want dialogue but only more control? As Belgrade struggles with blockades, the political scene shakes from such uncompromising declarations.
If you thought elections were a chance for change, maybe it’s time to rethink. According to Djukanovic, SNS won’t just survive but will secure two-thirds of the votes. And the blockades? They’re just extra wind in the sails of this political machine. What do you think? Is this the end of democracy or just another phase in the political game? Drop a comment, share your thoughts, and remember — politics is often messier than a soap opera!
