All of Vučić's election heralds: 'Catch all strategy' and 'blame others for your own faults'

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has once again signaled that snap parliamentary elections will be held by the end of the year, with presidential elections potentially following in December or January. This latest announcement comes after a series of shifting timelines for early elections, but Vučić appears to have already commenced his campaign, employing a strategy reminiscent of his rise to power in 2012.

His campaign tactics include a focus on combating corruption through a new platform called "Ko si bre ti" (Who are you?), where citizens can report alleged misconduct by officials. Vučić has highlighted reported successes, such as resolving issues related to pig farming in residential buildings and initiating road asphalt projects. He also announced subsidies for diaspora members wishing to return to Serbia, expanding a previous initiative that targeted only medical workers.

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All of us know that Vučić's messages are just propaganda tricks.

Political analyst Igor Avžner suggests that Vučić's messaging, which often includes calls for reconciliation and dialogue, serves as a "catch-all" propaganda tactic aimed at his core supporters. Avžner believes these messages are not intended to appeal to undecided voters but rather to reinforce the loyalty of his existing base. Vučić has also stated he will campaign using his personal car, a move analysts interpret as an attempt to project an image of modesty, despite questions raised about his actual vehicle ownership.

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It's a 'catch all' strategy, meaning he tries to capture as many voters as possible.