L. Girskienė stands by her controversial post targeting E. Gentvilas, stating it was meant to remind him of his past comments rather than to mock him.
The article discusses a controversial social media post by Lithuanian politician L. Girskienė, which aimed at her colleague E. Gentvilas. In the post, L. Girskienė referenced a past statement made by Gentvilas regarding the high salaries of Seimas members, suggesting that only 'bums' would think their pay is excessive. The post quickly became a point of contention, drawing both humor and criticism, with many labeling it as bullying against Gentvilas.
In an interview, L. Girskienė clarified that her intent was not to bully but rather to remind Gentvilas of his own words. Despite the backlash, she expressed no intention to delete her post, emphasizing that it was a gentle nudge rather than a mean-spirited jab. Girskienė acknowledged that perhaps the post was inappropriate but maintained her stance that it was not meant to insult Gentvilas personally.
The incident highlights the ongoing tensions within Lithuanian politics, especially regarding public statements and social media interactions among lawmakers. It raises questions about the acceptable limits of political discourse and how politicians engage with each other in public forums. Additionally, it showcases the varying public reactions to political communications, reflecting both the growing influence of social media and the complexities of political accountability.
