Former Speaker of the Assembly, Maxim Dimitrievski, stated that the dates of Ilinden and ACSNOM are not merely historical markers, but rather foundational elements upon which the Macedonian state was established. According to Dimitrievski, these dates represent symbols of freedom and embody the centuries-long struggle of the Macedonian people to achieve a sovereign state. He characterized the discussion surrounding these dates as an abdication of state responsibility rather than a matter of personal preference.
Dimitrievski’s comments were made when the current Speaker of the Assembly, Afrim Gash, was absent. He asserted that the vacancy of the Speaker’s role at the central office of Ilinden constituted an error, suggesting that the citizens were insufficiently aware of the state’s foundations. He argued that a lack of knowledge regarding the fundamental dates of the state’s creation implies a misunderstanding of the state itself.
Furthermore, he noted that the actions of the Assembly reflect the aspirations of the populace to see the state physically present.
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