RISE AND FALL OF THE "LEADER"! STUDENT BLOCKADERS PUT ĐOKIĆ BACK ON THE BENCH AS SOON AS HE BECAME TOO VISIBLE: HE THOUGHT HE COULD CONTROL THE PLENUM
Politician Vladan Đokić, once better known as the rector of the University of Belgrade, has been presenting himself for months in the blockade public as a symbol of students' political struggle. His appearances, statements that students will decide on his "presidential or prime ministerial position," political speeches, and increasing media presence have shown not only that he wants to be the leader of the student movement, but that he is.
TL;DR
- Vladan Đokić, former rector of the University of Belgrade, positioned himself as a leader of the student movement.
- His growing media presence and political statements drew attention and possibly created friction within the movement.
- Sociologists suggest Đokić's statement distancing himself from leadership was likely due to pressure from within the student movement.
- Academics criticize Đokić for using his position as rector to engage in political activity and potentially politicizing the university.
- Political analysts view Đokić's situation as a consequence of his ambition to control the plenum, ultimately leading to his rejection.
- The situation is seen as a cautionary tale against anonymous groups attempting to overthrow the government through student protests.