“Our civic duty is to participate in the rally, contribute to the formation of an active civic stance, and provide the necessary signal to the organizers of the movement,” wrote former Chairman of the State Revenue Committee Davit Ananyan.
“Why is it necessary to participate in the rally called by Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan tomorrow, October 6, and can our participation influence the fate of our society and state?
These are questions each of us must answer, regardless of doubts, skepticism, or disappointment.
Even if we skeptically regard the sincerity of Bishop Bagrat’s calls, even if we think that the movement has lost its relevance, we must consider the deeper implications. If we are concerned about the anti-state and unnational programs, behavior, and actions of the current authorities, then participating in the rally itself is a way to express our civic stance and concerns.
At the same time, we must clearly understand that the success of rallies significantly depends on the number of participants and the energy generated. It is the mass scale of protests and rallies that gives them political significance and strength.
The organizers of such events typically develop a series of action scenarios, which depend on the level of public participation and generated energy. Our participation will help shape this energy and allow the leaders of the movement to choose the best scenarios and strategies to achieve the common goal.
Thus, it is our civic duty to participate in the rally, contribute to the formation of an active civic stance, and provide the necessary signal to the organizers of the movement. Our public actions and support can create the critical mass needed to change the situation in the country. Together, based on unity, solidarity, and cohesion, we can demonstrate our readiness to defend the interests of our state and homeland.”