Opposition deputies expressed dissatisfaction with irregularities during the local elections in Kosjerić and Zaječar, claiming that the elections did not reflect the free will of the citizens. The opposition stated that the conditions were unequal, allowing SNS to win the majority. The president of the New DSS, Miloš Jovanović, called for a united opposition front against the current government and better conditions for future elections. On the other hand, the government celebrated the results, while the opposition did not recognize the results and announced the possibility of demanding new elections. Criticisms included allegations of resource abuse, pressure, and vote buying.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets emphasize the irregularities and unfair conditions of the elections, highlighting opposition claims of vote buying, pressure, and abuse of resources by the ruling SNS. They focus on the need for fair democratic processes and criticize the ruling party’s dominance.
Center: Center-leaning sources report the events more neutrally, presenting both the opposition’s criticisms and the ruling party’s celebration of the election results. They highlight the calls for better election conditions and the political tensions without taking a strong stance.
Right: Right-leaning media tend to emphasize the legitimacy of the election results and the ruling party’s victory, often downplaying or questioning the opposition’s claims of irregularities. They may portray the opposition as unwilling to accept defeat and stress stability and continuity.