In the Croatian public sphere, the mention of figures like Marko Perković Thompson often ignites discussions anchored in historical narratives, with familiar actors invoking the same rhetoric and accusations. The dominant left-Jugoslav left, which has held sway over cultural, media, and academic dialogues for decades, hastily adopts a narrative of 'fascization of society.' This tactic reflects a conscious effort to engage in a cultural war—identified as a final line of defense to preserve privileges that may be threatened by shifting societal perceptions.

Davor Dijanović argues that the left is acutely aware of a significant generational shift; younger cohorts are increasingly rejecting the post-Yugoslav myths that the established discourse tries to maintain. These new generations are unresponsive to moral pressures and no longer feel guilt regarding their national identity, thereby challenging the historical interpretations that have long been imposed. This evolution signifies a departure from the traditional narratives and threatens the status quo maintained by the left.

The article posits that any manifestation of national sovereignty, patriotism, or reassessment of historical interpretations is immediately framed as a threat by the dominant leftist narrative. The urgency of this ideological battle illustrates the left's desperation to retain control over the cultural narrative, as the emerging youth culture seeks to redefine identity and history in ways that may undermine existing privileges and narratives.