Culture on the Edge: Protests Over Illegal Awarding of Montenegro’s Trinaestojulska Prize
Introduction: Cultural Chaos in the Heart of Montenegro!
Have you heard about the latest scandal shaking Montenegro? The country’s highest state award, the Trinaestojulska Prize, has caused a cultural earthquake this year! The association Stega, along with numerous artists, professors, and intellectuals, has raised their voices against the illegal and shameful actions of the jury that have trivialized this prestigious award.
Protest in front of Vila Gorica: Cultural War on the Streets
Tonight at 7:30 PM, peaceful but determined citizens gathered in front of Vila Gorica to express their revolt. The goal? To publicly show disagreement with the illegal awarding of the prize and the negation of all the values that the Trinaestojulska Prize is supposed to represent. Stega especially praised internationally recognized musician Miloš Karadaglić for his moral and responsible stance, announcing that he will be the rightful recipient of the prize, not those who undeservedly received it this year.
Bizarre Ceremony and Shame for Montenegro
The previous ceremony at Vila Gorica was described as a “funeral of culture” and a “parade of kitsch.” Appeals from the academic community and legal experts fell on deaf ears as the jury ignored all criteria and rules. Instead of being a symbol of dignity and tradition, the award became a laughingstock. Stega warned that attending the ceremony means complicity in an illegal act and negation of Montenegrin culture.
Police, Pepper Spray, and Shame That Lasts Forever
The protest was not without police repression. Pepper spray and police blows left a bitter taste in the mouths of all present. Stega declares that the fight will continue because Montenegro is not a province, and its citizens are not someone else’s property. This fight for justice and culture will not stop until dignity and legality are restored.
Why Does This Matter?
The Trinaestojulska Prize is a symbol of Montenegrin identity and statehood. Its abuse and trivialization are not just cultural problems but an attack on the legal order and social values. This case shows how important it is for citizens to be vigilant and ready to fight for their rights and the truth.
Conclusion: Culture is Defended by the Culture of Resistance!
This protest is not just a rebellion against one award but a call to awaken the entire nation. Culture cannot be suffocated by political manipulations and illegal decisions. Stega and its allies show that resistance to unculture is possible and necessary.
What about you? Do you think culture in Montenegro is really on the edge? Or is this just another political show? Drop a comment, share your story, or just crack a joke — because culture is also laughter, and laughter is resistance!
