Cents Quote by Alexander Lukashenko
“We have rigged the latest election. 93.5 per cent have voted for Lukashenko. But they say it is not a European outcome. We have made it 86 per cent.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Belarus, 2023
The claim suggests the election was manipulated to favor Lukashenko, yet officials deny European influence despite high vote percentages.
In simple terms: The election was rigged, but they claim it isn’t a European result.
Question the legitimacy of the results.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- international observers
- domestic media
- civil society activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does state propaganda affect public trust?
- What mechanisms can ensure fair elections?
The narrative may be used to legitimize power despite evidence of fraud.