Tomislav Sokol prošao je lišo: eurozastupnik HDZ-a, koji je kritikama na račun čelnih ljudi zagrebačkog HDZ-a naljutio predsjednika stranke, dobio je ukor i isključenje iz Nacionalnog odbora, stranačkog tijela koje se njegovim isključenjem svelo na “tek” 145 članova.
S obzirom da se spekuliralo o izbacivanju iz HDZ-a te čak sugeriralo da bi se HDZ-ov zastupnik trebao odreći mandata u Europskom parlamentu, dojam je da je Sokol ustvari tek malo dobio po prstima. No, takav ishod ipak nije sasvim neočekivan.
Odlukom Visokog časnog suda HDZ-a zaključen je slučaj u kojem je šef stranke Andrej Plenković javno i oštro prozivao eurozastupnika zbog intervjua koji je Sokol početkom svibnja dao Jutarnjem listu. U njemu se manje-više otvoreno požalio na navodne pritiske koje je doživjela njegova supruga Ana Župić Sokol kada se htjela kandidirati za čelnicu zagrebačke organizacije Zajednice žena HDZ-a. Plenković mu je to jako zamjerio.
Protiv HDZ-ova eurozastupnika pokrenut je disciplinski postupak koji je, prema statutu stranke, mogao završiti i puno strožom sankcijom. Iz Plenkovićevih javnih istupa mogao se, pak, steći dojam da bi predsjednik stranke bio najzadovoljniji kad bi se Sokol odrekao zastupničkog mandata. “Ako mu slučajno nije dobro u Europskom parlamentu , može odmah napustiti tu dužnost, pa će ga, sukladno zakonu, zamijeniti kolega Marko Pavić “, poručio mu je Plenković.
Napravili što su mogli
No, sama stranka nije mu mogla ništa – barem ne što se tiče parlamentarnog mandata koji pripada njemu, Sokolu, a ne HDZ-u, bez obzira što ga je dobio zahvaljujući HDZ -ovoj listi (što mu je, spomenimo usput, Plenković također nabio na nos). “Stranka je poduzela one mjere koje može poduzeti prema članu stranke”, ustvrdio je ovog utorka HDZ-ov Branko Bačić na pitanje kolege s Nove TV hoće li Sokol ostati zastupnik u EU parlamentu.
Taj mandat – s izuzetno dobrom plaćom i drugim povlasticama – možda je i najviše žuljao predsjednika stranke, ali mu ga ne može oduzeti niti je bilo realno očekivati da bi ga se Sokol samovoljno odrekao. Visoki časni sud mogao je, dakako, odlučiti i o težoj sankciji; među stegovnim mjerama stranački statut navodi i uvjetno i bezuvjetno isključenje iz stranke. No, takav rasplet mogao je ustvari biti nepovoljan i za Plenkovića i za HDZ.
Gubitak mandata
Izbacivanje Sokola značilo bi za stranku gubitak jednog mandata u EU parlamentu, s time da nije nemoguće da bi on, unatoč tome, ostao u zastupničkom klubu Europske pučke stranke ( EPP ). Kad smo prije nekoliko tjedana o tome neslužbeno razgovarali s dobrim poznavateljem europske politike i EPP-a, potvrdio nam je da je bilo takvih slučajeva. Za Plenkovića bi to, percepcijski, bilo dosta nezgodno.
I Sokolu je, dakako, bolje da je ostao u HDZ-u jer je kao dio HDZ-ove delegacije unutar EPP-a dobio dužnosti koje nose određeni utjecaj i vidljivost. Jednu takvu poziciju, pregovarača EPP-a za novi europski propis o industrijskoj proizvodnji, iskoristio je odmah u utorak: umjesto bilo kakvog službenog komentara na vijest da je dobio ukor, Sokol je negdje iz Bruxellesa ili Strasbourga priopćio da je “započeo rad na najvažnijem europskom industrijskom zakonu”.
‘HDZ-ov Sokol…’
Priopćenje je pritom naslovljeno rečenicom koja počinje s “HDZ-ov Tomislav Sokol…”, gotovo kao suptilan komentar ishoda priče sa stranačkim procesom protiv njega. Uz priopćenje je Sokol poslao i fotografiju sa susreta s izvršnim potpredsjednikom Europske komisije zaduženim za industriju Stéphaneom Séjournéom .
No, iz maila i popratnog materijala nigdje se ne može iščitati je li taj susret doista bio tek jučer ili naprosto ovih dana – Sokol je, podsjetimo, već neko vrijeme izvjestitelj EPP-a na ovu temu o čemu je, uostalom, govorio i u onom spornom intervjuu Jutarnjem listu. Stoga je teško oteti se dojmu da je i ovo priopćenje bilo neka vrsta poruke.
Tko je dobitnik?
Kad se pod cijelu ovu stranačku graju podvuče crta, Sokol je nedvojbeno dobitnik. Javno je istupio protiv nekih praksi u unutarstranačkom kadroviranju, razbjesnio predsjednika stranke i dobio opomenicu zbog lošeg ponašanja. Jasno je da se ovakvim ishodom stavio na mapu nekog budućeg dijeljenja karata u HDZ-u, kao netko tko baš i nije šutio dok je šutnja bila itekako unosna.
Vrh HDZ-a, pritom, ne žuljaju samo izbori u zajednici žena jedne lokalne organizacije. Kako je i sam Plenković izjavio prije mjesec dana u Voćinu, od Sokola se očekuje i da svoje stavove u Europskom parlamentu “uskladi s politikom HDZ-a”, što nije uvijek bio slučaj. Primjerice, ovaj eurozastupnik se često javno zalaže za formiranje trećeg entiteta Hrvata u BiH, što je mnogo bliže stavovima, recimo, Domovinskog pokreta, nego Plenkovićevog HDZ-a.
Bliskost desnici
Naši sugovornici u vladajućoj stranci ukazuju da je možda i ta bliskost desnici jedan od razloga zbog kojih je Plenković ipak povukao ručnu. Primjerice, nakon spomenutog istupa u Voćinu činilo se da su Sokolu dani u HDZ-u odbrojani. Način na koji je istupio u Jutarnjem listu Plenkovi…
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Telegram.hrIndependentRight4 days agoThe article discusses the disciplinary action taken by the HDZ (Croatian Democratic Union) against its MP Tomislav Sokol for publicly criticizing the prime minister. Sokol was reprimanded by the HDZ's High Honorary Court and removed from the National Committee of the party. The public reaction is divided: some support the HDZ leadership's decision, arguing that such internal matters should be discussed privately, while others criticize the HDZ, comparing it to the Communist Party and calling the sanctions authoritarian. The article also comments on Sokol's role as a defender of his wife, who,据
Bias read (Right): The article frames the HDZ's actions as justified and criticizes those who oppose them, using dismissive language toward critics ('diktatorski', 'bez 'd' od demokracije') and implying that Sokol's behavior was inappropriate. It also uses sarcasm and implies that critics are exaggerating the issue.
Telegram.hrIndependentCenter4 days ago How the Sokol case showed where the limits of Andrei Plenkovic's power areThe article discusses the case of Tomislav Sokol, an HDZ representative in the European Parliament, who was reprimanded and removed from the National Committee of the HDZ due to criticism of senior members of Zagreb's HDZ chapter. The incident involved Sokol's interview with 'Jutarnji List' where he criticized alleged pressures faced by his wife, Ana Župić Sokol, when she sought to run for leadership in the Zagreb branch of the HDZ Women's Association. HDZ leader Andrej Plenković publicly rebuked Sokol for this. A disciplinary process was initiated against Sokol, which could have resulted in a
Bias read (Center): The article presents events within a political party without overtly favoring any side. It describes actions taken by HDZ officials and their responses to internal dissent, using neutral language and citing official sources such as the HDZ's High Honorable Court. There is no clear ideological slant,
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Net.hrIndependentCenter4 days agoThe 37th anniversary of the founding of the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) was celebrated with a formal gathering at the NK 'Jarun' stadium in Zagreb. The event included historical figures associated with the party's establishment, such as Vladimir Šeks, Zdravko Bušić, and others. Current members of the HDZ from across Croatia attended, including notable figures like Ante Mihanović and Ante Sanader. A traditional football match between HDZ veterans and the NK 'Jarun' team was also part of the celebrations. Prime Minister and HDZ leader Andrej Plenković addressed attendees, emphasizing the HDZ
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a political event but presents it in a neutral manner without overtly biased language, framing, or emphasis. It provides factual details about the celebration and includes quotes from Plenković without apparent ideological slant.
Jutarnji listIndependentRight4 days agoPrime Minister and HDZ leader Andrej Plenković stated during the celebration of the 37th anniversary of the HDZ founding that his party will ensure all conditions for a stable Croatia. He mentioned that the opposition has started their campaign early, believing HDZ members are charlatans and calculators. Plenković emphasized that those who know the HDZ understand it aims to secure stability for progress and development. He also warned against the opposition's agenda of 'de-HDZ-ization,' comparing it to the 'de-Tudjmanization' of the 2000s, calling it undemocratic, non-progressive, and un-Euro.
Bias read (Right): The article presents statements by Andrej Plenković, a prominent right-wing politician, criticizing the opposition as 'charlatans and calculators.' The framing emphasizes the HDZ’s commitment to stability and dismisses the opposition’s agenda as undemocratic and un-European, aligning with right-wing
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicRight5 days agoThe head of the HDZ party, Krunoslav Katičić, confirmed that the High Honorary Court of the HDZ has issued a reprimand to European Parliament member Tomislav Sokol and revoked his party duties. However, Sokol remains a member of the HDZ and continues to serve as an MEP. Sokol reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the decision, stating he had previously spoken at the HDZ Presidency and expressed some regret over the situation. Katičić stated that the measures were appropriate for violating the party's ethical code and statutes. The issue stems from Sokol's public criticism of the Zagreb HDZ
Bias read (Right): The article presents the disciplinary actions taken by the HDZ against Tomislav Sokol in a manner that aligns with the party's perspective, emphasizing the justification of the measures based on the violation of the party's ethical code. The framing suggests support for the HDZ's internal discipline
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Jutarnji listIndependentRight5 days ago The High Court of Honor has given a ruling: HDZ man who publicly criticized the party and Plenkovic received a sentenceThe High Honorary Court of the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) has decided not to expel Tomislav Sokol, the party's representative in the European Parliament, from the party. However, Sokol was reprimanded and excluded from membership in the National Committee of HDZ due to publicly criticizing his fellow party members and indirectly criticizing the leader of the party, Andrej Plenković. The issue arose after Sokol spoke to Jutarnji list about pressures faced by his wife, Ana Župić Sokol, who withdrew her candidacy for the head of Zagreb's Women's Association of HDZ. While he did not name the嫌
Bias read (Right): The article frames the situation with strong emphasis on Sokol's criticism of HDZ leadership and uses language suggesting he is 'unripe' politically, aligning with the party's perspective. It omits broader context about Sokol's claims regarding pressure on his wife and does not present counterpoints
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N1 HrvatskaIndependentRight5 days agoThe High Honorary Court of the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) has reprimanded Tomislav Sokol for publicly criticizing the Zagreb branch of the party regarding his wife's candidacy in the Women's Community organization within the party. Sokol was reprimanded and had his membership in the National Committee revoked, but he remains a member of the party. Sokol claimed his wife withdrew her candidacy due to pressure from individuals in HDZ positions. Prime Minister Andrej Plenković stated he was unaware of the situation and suggested Sokol focus on his duties in the European Parliament, implying他
Bias read (Right): The article presents the actions of the HDZ's High Honorary Court against Tomislav Sokol in a manner that aligns with the party's interests, emphasizing Sokol's criticism of the party and quoting Plenković's response in a way that supports the party's stance. The framing suggests Sokol's actions are
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Net.hrIndependentRight5 days ago The High Court of Honour of the HDZ has issued a sentence for Tomislav Sokol!The High Honorary Court of the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) has decided to reprimand Tomislav Sokol for publicly criticizing the Zagreb branch of the party regarding his wife's candidacy in the Women's Community organization within the party. Sokol received a reprimand and had his membership in the National Committee revoked, but he was not expelled from the party. Sokol claimed his wife withdrew her candidacy due to pressure from individuals in HDZ positions. Prime Minister Andrej Plenković stated he was unaware of the situation and suggested Sokol focus on his duties as an alternate MEP.
Bias read (Right): The article frames Sokol's criticism as 'unfounded' and 'unbecoming,' aligning with the narrative of HDZ leadership. The tone supports the disciplinary action taken by the party's internal court and quotes Plenković in a manner that reinforces the idea that Sokol overstepped his bounds. The language
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- government Andrej Plenković
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