"I ask for votes to revive the DP in Gjirokastra"/ Who is the journalist running for branch president?

2026-04-11 14:37:00, Aktualitet CNA

"I ask for votes to revive the DP in Gjirokastra"/ Who is the

Journalist Armand Rabi has announced his candidacy for chairman of the Democratic Party branch in Gjirokastra.

In a post on social media, Rabi states that he has been close to the people with his work as a journalist and as a spokesperson for the Democratic Party, while adding that today he seeks the trust of citizens and their votes.

He states that the DP branch in Gjirokastra is not at the level it deserves and that it needs new energy and strong leadership.

In his reaction, Rabi also shared his priorities for the branch and emphasized that today Gjirokastra needs an alternative that listens, understands, and acts.

Full reaction:

Dear Democrats

"Time to rebuild the Gjirokastra PD"

This is my platform for Chairman of the Democratic Party, Gjirokastra Branch.

I, Armando Rabi, have been by your side for years as a journalist and as a spokesperson for the Democratic Party. I have been your voice and together we have formed a strong, fair and unwavering opposition.

This path has not been easy. We have faced pressure, blackmail, intimidation, and personal costs.

There have been moments when it was easier to remain silent… but I have never stopped. With voice and image I have denounced injustices, and I will continue to do so every day, with faith in God and with your faith.

I have been and will always be on the side of the citizens.

Today I come before you not only to ask for your vote, but above all to ask for your trust.

The belief to re-establish the Democratic Party in Gjirokastra, the party where we were born politically, where we grew up and where we made our contributions. Today, let us say it with sincerity:

The Gjirokastra Democratic Party is not at the level it deserves. It needs new energy, unity, and strong leadership.

I know that many of you feel tired, disappointed, perhaps even forgotten. But I firmly believe that this is our moment to rise again stronger.

Therefore, I invite you to join forces.

Let's rebuild the Democratic Party together.

Let's once again make it a strong voice for the citizens of Gjirokastra.

Let's restore hope to every democrat and every family in Gjirokastra.

My priorities:

1- The recovery and strengthening of the Democratic Party in Gjirokastra,

Which started from the ground up: sections, group sections, and every local structure, a strong party is built from the bottom up.

2-Youth is the heart of the future

Rebuilding and strengthening the Youth Forum will be an absolute priority. Young people will not only be supporters, but decision-makers.

3-Equality and representation

Gender equality will be a reality at every level of leadership and representation.

4- Meritocracy and values

Every contribution will be appreciated. Every individual will have the space they deserve, based on work and integrity.

5- Opening up to young people and citizens

I will work to bring together and engage young people, professionals, and every citizen who believes in change.

6- Victory in the 2027 local elections

With joint work, organization, and a new spirit, we have every opportunity to win the Municipality of Gjirokastra.

Our city deserves more.

You, citizens of Gjirokastra, deserve more.

I promise you that I will be the voice I have always been to you.

tireless, dedicated, by your side day and night, in every battle and every challenge.

Today, more than ever, Gjirokastra needs an alternative that listens, understands and acts.

#Together we will restore trust.

#Together we will return Gjirokastra to the path of development.

#Together we will return the Democratic Party to where it belongs. / CNA