KUKËS THE LEADERSHIP TELLS THE PRESIDENT: OUR PATIENCE HAS RUN OUT - A huge rally in Kukës district - The government emerged from this meeting as the next ogress and was finally forced to join the hunger strike. Along with the government in it, so frozen and suffocated by corruption and the thirst for power that has gripped it, the opposition also entered, which once again is playing the role of the submissive one. Albanians have no hope for real democracy without the removal of this government. Unfathomable in its insatiable egoism, it leaves no room for compromise and has declared open war on the people. Despite the sacrifice and protest of the citizens, it continues to rule by violence and deception. Today its time has finally come. Mortgaged by economic and political failure, it has lost every moral right to remain at the helm of the country. (Continued on page 2)

The internationalization of the Kosovo issue - an achievement of the Albanian government To call it such means, in other words, not to be in your right mind. To argue with the so-called international recognition of the Albanian problem in Kosovo is not only absurd, but also cynical. The government cannot take credit for something that has been imposed by historical fact and the tragedy of the issue itself. Instead of taking concrete steps, it has been satisfied with propaganda statements and with manipulating public opinion. This does not change the bitter reality of the violation of the rights of Albanians in Kosovo. (Continued on page 2)

For the purposes of propaganda, a machinery has been set in motion that aims to present the socialist program as unclear and unworkable. But an honest reading of it shows that it contains real solutions for the country's economic and moral crisis. The people are tired of empty promises and are waiting for serious alternatives for tomorrow. THANAS DINO

By Dr. Vasilika Hysi The years 1992-1993 have gone down in history as difficult years, not only for Albania, but also for the region. The transition process, the lack of consolidated institutions, and the deepening of the social and economic crisis have created a favorable ground for misgovernment, authoritarianism and impoverishment. In these conditions, the role of the left must be not rhetorical, but programmatic and moral. It must offer a clear vision of the social state, for the guarantee of freedoms and rights, for employment and welfare. If the left succeeds in restoring lost trust, then it becomes an indispensable factor of democratic stability. (Continued on page 4)

On the eve of the elections for the new Bulgarian parliament on 18 December 1994 Sofia. It ended with the socialist bloc's lead reaching nearly five percent over the democratic opposition. Just two months before the general elections, the Bulgarian socialists have managed to return to the political scene as the main force. In the latest polls they appear to be the winners, which speaks to citizens' disappointment with the previous government. (Continued on page 4)

DURRËS In the polarized societies of the transition period, the citizen often finds himself facing economic insecurity and a lack of trust in institutions. It is precisely in this ground that the socialist alternative gains meaning, because it offers not only criticism of the current government, but also practical programs for the needy segments of the population. What makes it credible is its connection with the daily reality of people and the demand for social justice. (Continued on page 4)

OBSERVATION We know for six entrepreneurs that exploitation and ko make risk Struck by an economic illness, at a time when the market is unstable, small and medium-sized entrepreneurs are facing major difficulties. Fiscal burdens, lack of credit and the arbitrariness of the administration leave them unprotected. If equal conditions are not created, the risk of bankruptcy and rising unemployment becomes inevitable. (Continued on page 4)

OBSERVATION Your position encourages breaking the law, Mr. Minister! The theoretical assistant of telecom presents that he has sources with excessive responsibility for managing a closed administrative policy, which leads to misuse. Directors and subordinates are mentioned as examples of a lack of control and accountability. The minister must answer for decisions that are producing negative consequences in the administration and in public service. (Continued on page 4)

the value of the objectives pursued with the Draft Criminal Code? ALBANIAN HELSINKI COMMITTEE

Malesi e Madhe demands will and a solution to the issue So far the current situation is not clear. In this area there is a pronounced lack of infrastructure and economic support. The residents are calling for concrete solutions, not promises. (Continued on page 2)

On Monday, 20.12.1994 at 10:00, the meeting of the district Socialist Council will be held. The attendance of delegates for the preparation of the local structures is essential. The leadership of PS of Shaptë.