I see a widespread demand for justice in society.
I observe how even very active, decent, and patriotic individuals feel disheartened by news about prosecutors with disabilities, the stacks of cash hidden in mattresses by MSEC officials, deputies from the "Monaco" battalion, and so-called "volunteers" driving Lamborghinis.
Russian special services are aware of our divisions and target their IPSOs precisely where it hurts, aiming to create even more fractures. The strategy is clear; if I were in their position, I would do the same. They find what divides us, so we don't feel like one nation. They create distinctions between the rich and the poor, those who can travel and those who cannot, the privileged and the obligated, the underprivileged and those in power, the tireless workers striving for victory—and those who remain behind, dining at the most expensive restaurants.
Between those shattered by shrapnel in frozen trenches—and those attending lavish receptions with escorts.
And here, we are sorely lacking three words.
Just three words, but they need to come from a strategic level, from the leadership of the state.
Words spoken not for eloquence, not to be forgotten by tomorrow. But with the assurance that this will be carried out, even if it displeases some.
This must be said and done, firmly, but maturely and honestly.
Only three words: Everyone will serve.
Deputies, judges, prosecutors, officials, MSEC members, mayors, oligarchs, their relatives and friends. Business partners, ministers, gangsters, smugglers, rock stars, actors, company directors, and diplomats.
It doesn't matter. Everyone. Everyone must experience the war not from the rear, but directly at the front.
Everyone, in turn, with rotations for at least one year, must feel what war is like.
I believe that if this is done honestly—these three words will restore faith. The faith that sustained us in the early months of the war. The faith with which we defended Kyiv, Sumy, Chernihiv, Kherson, and Kharkiv.
Faith is the strongest weapon. We need to rebuild trust within our tribe, trust through justice.
Everyone will serve.
P.S. Perhaps I am missing something and am mistaken. If so, please share your perspective. But, as I feel my people—there is currently a large and urgent demand for justice. For a fair distribution of the burden and fear of war.
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