The subtle pre-election game: how to avoid the polarization between Nikol and the former authorities
May 16, 2026

The subtle pre-election game: how to avoid the polarization between Nikol and the former authorities

The video discusses the pre-election situation in Armenia and the main problems present in the political arena. During the conversation, reference is made to the propaganda theses used by the current government, particularly the spreading of the fear of war and the artificial polarization of the political field. The idea that the ruling power targets only certain former forces is analyzed in detail, with the aim of pushing out alternative political units and limiting the voter's options.

During the program, the formula proposed by the "Bright Armenia" party is presented, which is based on the concept of a compromise prime minister candidate and the exclusion of absolute, unilateral power. There is also talk about around 200,000 undecided voters who do not wish to choose either the current or the former authorities, and the importance of their votes in achieving real changes in the country. The clan-based system in politics and the entry of inexperienced and random people into state governance bodies are criticized. The speakers emphasize the need to overcome the false contradiction between national values and the country's development, including infrastructure improvements. In the end, citizens are called upon to be active and make a conscious choice in order to lead the country out of the political crisis.

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Edmon Marukyan and Karpis Pashoyan discuss the truths within the framework of the Platform podcast, which they believe are as vital as air and water for Armenia and the Armenian people, and also discuss the challenges facing Armenia.


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