Eralda Bano, the DP deputy in the Fier District, has left Lulzim Basha's grouping.
Bano is the first democratic lawmaker to take this decision after the Court of Appeal left the stamp of the Democratic Party on former Prime Minister Sali Berisha after a 3-year court saga.
"I am aware that the best way to restore hope in every Albanian hearth is to have a formed, undivided and invincible opposition, as I am convinced that the internal debate must continue for the benefit of all. My political decision is simple. I am, and will remain, a deputy of the Democratic Party of Albania", writes Bano.
Full statement:
Dear citizens,
The struggle with oneself is the most difficult struggle and the most sublime form of recovery, a struggle which is necessary and vital.
This fight will have to strengthen us and turn us into the best model of ourselves.
Dear Democrats,
I would like to humbly express a deep gratitude to everyone who has supported me in these years!
I am grateful to my friends, colleagues, sympathizers and anyone who had the courage to criticize me. I am convinced that in difficult days the need to reflect on the future prevails over any ideology, belief or opinion.
I am aware that the best way to restore hope in every Albanian hearth is to have a formed, undivided and invincible opposition, as I am convinced that the internal debate must continue for the benefit of all.
My political decision is simple. I am, and will remain, a deputy of the Democratic Party of Albania.