Vitebsk residents expressed opinions on what changes should be made to the Constitution
Vitaly Aleshkevich, Director of the local charitable foundation "Edinstvo", Deputy Chairman of the Council of the Vitebsk Regional Branch of the Public Association "Belarusian Judo Federation":
Changes to the Constitution are necessary because it is always important to develop and move forward. But at the same time, it is important to preserve what we have now, that is, to add new things without destroying the good that has already been created. I believe it is right that the expansion of powers of the government and the parliament of the republic is being discussed, as well as the consolidation of the role of the All-Belarusian People's Assembly. At the same time, the independence of our state, its stability, the improvement of social guarantees, and the expansion of opportunities for the development and stable life of citizens should remain a priority.
Based on personal responsibility for the present and future of our country, realizing myself as its full subject, I am confident that Belarus will continue its course of development based on national interests. At the same time, the republic recognizes the special significance of maintaining stability and security in the world and is ready to cooperate with all states oriented towards constructive dialogue and fruitful cooperation to achieve this goal.
I would like the amendments to the Basic Law of the state to help achieve peace in our society and contribute to the formation of a balanced international agenda.
Deputy Director for Educational Work of Gymnasium No. 8 in Vitebsk Alla Sobolevа:
– I believe that the times dictate the changes to the Constitution. I fully agree that the status of the family as a union of a man and a woman needs to be enshrined. I believe that current European trends of same-sex marriages are unacceptable for the Belarusian people. It is necessary to emphasize patriotic education in the law, as this is the main area of work for schools. If a person loves their Motherland, they will value it, protect its ecological resources, bear responsibility for it, and increase its well-being. After all, one cannot create anything without love – for family, school, country. I also think that it is necessary at the state level to legalize the creation of a barrier-free environment for people with disabilities, so that they have more opportunities – to work, travel on transport, move up stairs, lead an interesting life. Unfortunately, there are children with disabilities in schools now… I agree that the President must be a person no younger than 40 years old, a citizen of Belarus, and understand the mentality inherent in the people. I also think it would be correct, in connection with the current global situation, to remove the clause that Belarus is not a nuclear power.
Aleksandra Baran, leading specialist:
– Today, everyone who wishes has the opportunity to make their proposals for updating the Basic Law of the country. And we should not stand aside, because the Constitution will ensure the rapid resolution of many problems in politics, economics, and the social sphere. Of course, changes are necessary. Much will also depend on how correctly and accurately each citizen will implement the provisions of the Constitution, on how we organize our lives in accordance with its provisions.