25/10/1996
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Republika

25 October 1996

The electorate condemns political stagnation by abstaining

What characterizes political life in Albania today is a stagnation linked to the lack of concrete alternatives. Although the mistakes and shortcomings of the PD government are recognized, most of the political forces claiming they can take power have not been able to win the trust needed to convince the Albanian electorate. But, beyond this, stagnation and confusion also characterize the actions and movements of most of our parties. This is evident in developments within the various parties, as well as in relations between political forces and in the paths they pursue to achieve a given goal. A good number of Albanian parties are now split in two or even three, often creating grotesque situations, as is currently happening with the Christian Democratic Party. Specifically, while the chairman recently elected by the National Council holds the keys to the headquarters, RTSH is broadcasting the “activities” of the dismissed chairman Bushati, who, even when he appeared on screen, addressed his electorate and urged them to vote for the PD. Perhaps hoping to gain a shred of support from the state. There is talk of alliances, of creating all-encompassing “fronts” or “poles” in order to have a concrete platform based on usable reality. In this way, not only are the results extremely… Continued on page 5

Bushati’s hut collapses; Zefi hands over the keys and disappears without leaving an address

P. 4

Melo lashes out over the municipal elections: It’s all the emigrants’ fault

Municipal elections: It’s all the emigrants’ fault P. 3

F.3

The Bovilla Dam will be cleared of the flood victims

P. 2

12 years in prison for the murder at the Lake

P. 2

Football: Further penalties for the eighth week. Only 4 matches reviewed

P. 6

“Poli” steps outside the center. Gjinushi opposes Ceka and Imani

F.3

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