During the local elections in Zaječar and Kosjerić, opposition blockaders engaged in violence against voters, including threats, attacks on journalists and activists, and vote buying. The blockaders violated election silence, intimidated citizens, and attempted to prevent voting. Despite these actions, support for SNS remained strong, and the ruling party gained increased trust. Political analysts note that the blockaders used all possible means to win the elections but failed. The elections demonstrated the stability of the government and a decline in opposition support.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning reports emphasize the aggressive tactics used by opposition blockaders, highlighting the violence, intimidation, and vote buying as signs of desperation and undemocratic behavior. They may also critique the ruling party’s dominance and call for fairer electoral processes.
Center: Center-leaning coverage tends to focus on the factual reporting of incidents during the elections, acknowledging the violence and vote buying by opposition blockaders while also noting the ruling party’s maintained or increased support. The narrative is balanced, emphasizing the importance of democratic norms and the challenges faced during the elections.
Right: Right-leaning articles emphasize the failure of the opposition blockaders despite their attempts to disrupt the elections through violence and illegal activities. They highlight the strength and legitimacy of the ruling party’s victory and portray the opposition’s actions as harmful to democracy and public order.
