A wholly new party, an opposition force that must always speak openly, take the initiative in the country's political affairs A wholly new party, an opposition force that must always speak openly, take the initiative in the country's political affairs — From the discussion of the chairman of the parliamentary group of the Socialist Party, comrade Fatos Nano, and the conclusions of the Socialist Party, comrade Muharrem Myska — Those who waited, made deductions, think that today, after the elections of 22 March, we will sink into gatherings and that the chairmen of the parties, comrades of the leadership, will stand in a pole with the government. No. We understand and evaluate correctly the election result. People have voted for change. That is not only the victory of one party but also a victory against a worn-out and failed system and government. The weight of this responsibility compels a wiser and more realistic stance. The result of the elections of 22 March brings with it many valuable lessons. First, public opinion and the majority of voters are asking political forces for a new language, new behavior, and a new democratic culture. Second, the process of economic and social transformation cannot move forward with endless political clashes, with revenge, or with artificial divisions. Third, the experience of the last few months shows us that a modern opposition cannot be either destructive or afraid to speak the truth. The Socialist Party of Albania has entered a new phase of its existence. It cannot remain hostage to the past, but neither can it deny its own history. Our task is to draw the necessary lessons, reform the structures, the language, and relations with the membership and with the public, in order to become a contemporary political force. From this day on, we must be a responsible opposition, an opposition that monitors power, that opposes wrong decisions, but that supports every action that serves the country's stability and the national interest. We have no reason whatsoever to fear political pluralism. On the contrary, pluralism is the ground on which we must prove our seriousness, our civility, and our ability to represent broad strata of the population. We must speak openly, without ambiguity, about our mistakes, our responsibilities, our shortcomings. Only thus can we regain the trust of those who have left us or who look at us with suspicion. Albania needs political calm, functioning institutions, and an economy that begins to breathe freely. The transition cannot be won with slogans. It is won with work, with honesty, and with a high sense of public responsibility. For this reason, the Socialist Party must be the first to set an example of its own internal transformation. We cannot demand full democracy for the country without building full democracy within ourselves. In the months ahead, the political battle will be waged not only in parliament, but also in society, in the trade unions, in local government, in the free media, in our daily relationship with citizens. We must be there where problems arise, where our word is needed, where citizens expect support and clarification. That means an active party, a party that listens, learns, and proposes. Our program must be based on social interest, justice, protection of the needy, state reform, and strengthening democratic institutions. No political force can have a future if it behaves as the owner of power. The Albanian voter has sent a clear message: no one can govern without accountability and without respect for the law. Within this framework, our opposition role is not a formal one. It must be alive, reasoned, and useful. We must fall neither into self-satisfaction nor into despair. The election result does not place us outside the political history of the country; on the contrary, it places before us the task of renewing ourselves and proving through deeds that we are capable of defending the public interest. If we know how to read the message of 22 March correctly, then we will understand that our mission is not merely political survival. Our mission is the full establishment of democracy in Albania, a democracy that does not exclude, that does not discriminate, that does not take revenge, but that guarantees political freedoms, constitutional order, and equal opportunity for all citizens. This mission requires humility, courage, and profound reform. It requires people who do not hide behind slogans, but who take responsibility. It requires a party that speaks openly, takes the initiative, and stands close to the citizen. That is our path. [Note: the text of the inner columns is partly illegible in the image; some sentences have been only partially reconstructed.]

— to preserve and sustain the PS Also prompted by our almost total defeat in the elections of 22 March, the task of rebuilding the party, of reviewing all of our political and organizational activity, now stands before us. The PS is a great force, with deep roots among the people, with great political experience, but also with clear shortcomings that came to light in this campaign. The PS is at an important point. If it does not draw the necessary lessons and make the required changes, it risks weakening further. We must return to the base, to the membership, to direct contacts with people, listen more and speak more clearly. This is the moment when we must abandon all self-satisfaction. Party organizations, forums, and leadership structures must honestly analyze the causes of the defeat, the state of organization, and relations with the electorate. It is not enough to say that time will solve the problems by itself. They require responsibility, discipline, and work. The party must be preserved as a political and human value. It must not be left to the mercy of dissolution or unnecessary conflicts. On the contrary, unity must be strengthened, differing opinions respected, and spaces created for real debate. Only in this way can the PS enter its new phase as a modern opposition force. In the end, the task of the day is clear: keep the party alive, preserve its organization, defend its values, and prepare seriously for the political battles ahead. Korçë, 1 October 1992 N. Zefi [?]

Neither the place, nor the time, nor the day, nor the hour is known, but the scenario is quite clear. If measures are not taken, if responsibilities are not clarified, and if the language of incitement is not curbed, events may take unexpected turns. The public must be told the truth: the political climate is still fragile and unstable. There are signs that certain groups are trying to take advantage of insecurity, of the difficult transition, and of the lack of stable institutions. This calls for attention and calm. Panic must not be created, but neither should we close our eyes to dangerous developments. The experience of these months has shown that a society worn down by economic crisis and political conflict can easily become a breeding ground for provocations. That is precisely why civic vigilance, moderation on the part of political forces, and respect for the law are needed. The scenario is clear: tension rises, trust is lost, relations between social groups become more inflamed, and an atmosphere is created in which everyone thinks only of saving themselves. That would be a blow to the new Albanian democracy. Everyone's task is to prevent this scenario. Through communication, public responsibility, and the building of trustworthy institutions, the country can avoid sliding into chaos. [the full text of the column is partly illegible]

In the newsroom after the elections of 22 March, young men, bitterly wounded and torn apart by every means, all the forums are being muted and kept calm so that they may arrive at a base of seven, cooled down, over the struggle of the pan. The debate is alive, the diversity of opinions is the road to a solution that opens the way to unity in our ranks, so that the USA may help only politically, as an organization and not as parties. Let as many popular votes gather as possible.