Andrej Babiš, head of the YES movement, recently continued his pre-election campaign across the Moravian-Silesian Region, making stops in Jablunkov and Frýdek-Místek. The campaign events drew both keen supporters and vocal opponents, highlighting the polarized political landscape.

Jablunkov Rally: Energy, Housing, and Healthcare Take Center Stage

In jablunkov, a significant crowd gathered to hear Babiš address key issues. His speech heavily emphasized energy costs, housing affordability, and healthcare accessibility.

• Energy: Babiš criticized the high cost of energy in the Czech Republic, stating, From the point of view of the purchasing power of the population, we have the most expensive energy in the European Union.Why? The most earning electricity manufacturers, especially CEZ.
• Housing: He pledged to address housing costs, aiming to change what he described as one of the most expensive housing within Europe. he also mentioned plans for a special law related to housing.
• Senate Abolishment: One attendee voiced strong opinions about the Senate, saying, I want the Senate to be abolished, Bo is useless. there they just take money and it’s the same pensioner. I am too, but I wouldn’t go there. nemcova has been sitting there for how long she has been seventy and what he does.

Pensioners’ Perspectives: Goverment Criticism and Support for Babiš

Pensioners at the Jablunkov meeting expressed strong opinions about the current government. One pensioner stated:

The government is the Barab, the rogues. Jurečka and excellent are the worst. They are lying the most and they are from the KDU-ČSL. I don’t even want to listen to them. The more they go to church.

A Pensioner at the Jablunkov Rally

The same individual also criticized the president’s salary, adding, Fuck, the president has a huge salary and he doesn’t feed it?

Other attendees shared their reasons for supporting Babiš. Jana, a middle-aged woman, saeid, Babiš means well with older people. Certainly better than those who now have them in the government. Petra, another attendee, added, Before the elections, everyone tries to please, it is indeed clear. We came to see the curiosity of what interest would be, but not much. However, people probably have politicians in their neck. They do not feed us.

The caravan Ride: An Inside Look

Following the Jablunkov event, Babiš continued his campaign in a caravan. Promotional materials, including books and merchandise with slogans like “Strong Czech Republic,” were visible inside. babiš acknowledged the public’s favor but viewed journalists as a necesary evil, identifying the media as his primary opponent rather than the government coalition.

During the ride, Babiš discussed various topics, including old age, fitness, drugs, and the European Union. He explained his continued fitness, his stance on the Green Deal, his disapproval of the government’s strategic communication, and his appreciation for Donald Trump.

Frýdek-Místek: Protests and counter-Arguments

In Frýdek-Místek, Babiš was met by a larger crowd of supporters in Svobody Square, but also by a small group of protesters, reportedly students from Frýdlant nad Ostravicí. The protesters held signs with messages such as Populist, Liar, agent… and accusations of corruption.

The protests sparked heated exchanges. One Babiš supporter retorted, Fiala is the biggest liar and a cheater in this republic. A protester challenged this, asking, And you are wrong? A nearby woman countered, I don’t get sick at all, but I don’t like how this government rules. The arguments escalated, with accusations of fascism related to support for Ukraine.

Mike Oganesjan, present at the scene, stated that his group did not specifically oppose Babiš, but were there as of a planned appearance by a misinformer. He added, Otherwise, I do not know who I will vote for, but I know that it will not be fiala or Babis. A common refrain from Babiš supporters directed at the protesters was: You young people know shit what life is!