Is "The End of Law" Threatening Us?
"Selfishness consists not in living as we wish, but in not allowing others to live as they wish." (Oscar Wilde)
TL;DR
- Serbia is currently characterized by authoritarianism, lawlessness, and abuse of power, contrary to the principles of a civilized society with protected rights.
- Public interest has been replaced by the privatization of common good, theft, selfishness, and lies by current authorities.
- Public officials may claim they were 'just following orders,' but they have a moral and legal duty to refuse unlawful commands.
- The author hopes for a return to authentic, beneficial politics grounded in objective law and a modern constitution.
- The Serbian public is described as politically uneducated, immature, and divided, making democratic processes challenging.
- Free and fair elections are presented as the only democratic solution, but alternative 'last resort' measures are considered if elections are rigged or absent.
- The article foresees a 'renaissance of constitutional patriotism' with international standards of humanity, legal hygiene, and respect for law over individuals.
- A new political environment, marked by youth, openness, normality, and prosperity, is anticipated.