-When Ben Blushi had serious problems in the PS and openly criticized Prime Minister Rama, these people who now throw small stones like children’s games were then carrying Edi Rama’s bag or tying his shoelaces, like “Enver’s pioneers”. One called him “Balkan leader”, another “Skanderbeg”, and another “the Leader”.-
Aleksandar Vučić’s defeat against the student movement in Serbia has also prompted reactions from figures of the Socialist Party in Albania. But beyond congratulations on the change in Belgrade, the question is what message they want to send to Tirana.
Ditmir Bushati has spoken about similar schemes that have also taken root in Albania. Elisa Spiropali has recalled the power of citizens to change governments that claim eternity. Erion Veliaj has written that student movements mark the end of a political world. These statements may be read as messages to Edi Rama, but this remains a political interpretation: the authors must clarify their address themselves.
If it’s with Rama, why not say his name?
If they think the prime minister has exhausted governance, that he no longer listens to citizens or that he should leave, let them declare it openly. If they demand his resignation, let them demand it. If they propose a different direction for the Socialist Party, let them present the alternative.
Political integrity is proven when one takes responsibility for what one thinks. A status that allows several interpretations gives you the opportunity to appear critical today and deny the criticism tomorrow. But citizens have no duty to decode riddles to understand a politician’s position.
Bushati, Spiropali and Veliaj held important responsibilities in socialist power. Therefore, if they see deep problems in the way the country is run, the public has the right to ask them for an explanation of their own responsibility: what did they oppose, when did they speak, and what do they want to change now?
It is easy to welcome change beyond the border. The political cost begins when you clearly state your position on your own power and the leader of your party.
Of course, no one is obliged to demand Rama’s resignation. One may support him, may demand a correction of governance, or may oppose only certain decisions. Each of these is a legitimate position. But it must be said clearly, so that the public can judge.
If you want Edi Rama’s departure, say it by name and take political responsibility. If you want only changes in governance, state which ones. Albania needs clear positions, while socialists deserve to know what each person represents within their party.
Don’t hide behind words and indirect jabs, but speak openly: Edi, step down!
Because fear of speaking openly and directly creates the public perception that these people not only don’t dare, but cower in corners whenever they look at the prime minister. There was once a PS member who came out and spoke openly, without worrying about the consequences. That was Ben Blushi. The others only throw stones, not ideas; they lack the courage to face the prime minister head-on. They throw stones at Rama, but hide their hand.