UPDATE: In a critical announcement today, Nikola Rakočević, a prominent member of the Demokratska partija socijalista (DPS), confirmed that the departure of Nikola Janović will not affect the party’s rating. During a live interview on Nova M, Rakočević emphasized that Janović’s decision to retain his mandate is legitimate and beneficial for political pluralism in Crna Gora.
Rakočević’s comments come just hours after Janović’s exit from the party was made public. He stated, “This will not impact the DPS rating. We have seen other members leave, yet our support has grown.” This declaration highlights the party’s resilience amidst internal changes.
The context behind Janović’s decision contrasts sharply with Drita Lola, who recently stepped back from politics and returned her mandate to the DPS. Rakočević noted, “Her departure does not equate to Janović’s situation. Both are quality individuals, underscoring our strong cadre selection at DPS.”
He further elaborated on the importance of civil and cultured political separations in Montenegro, contrasting recent exits from the party with previous tensions observed during splits involving members like Jakov Milatović and Jevrosima Pejović from the PES, and Dragoslav Šćekić from the SNP. “These past instances included disputes that tainted public discourse,” Rakočević remarked.
Rakočević conveyed best wishes for Janović’s future political endeavors, expressing confidence that he would uphold the values he represents. “This can only strengthen the sovereignist bloc,” he concluded, reinforcing the DPS’s optimistic outlook despite the recent changes.
As political dynamics shift, Rakočević’s statements serve to reassure party supporters that the DPS remains on stable ground. With ongoing developments, all eyes will be on how these changes unfold and impact the broader political landscape in Montenegro.
Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story.
