In light of recent controversial videos where deputies failed to correctly name basic traffic signs, a peculiar "hide and seek" game has begun within the walls of the Jogorku Kenesh. Elected representatives, who previously eagerly gave interviews, are now doing everything possible to avoid communication with journalists from NTRK to escape unexpected testing on their knowledge of traffic rules.
Particularly interesting was the reaction of Erulan Kokulov. This deputy, who gained fame in the project "Not Sugar," where he asked uncomfortable questions to restaurant owners without warning, found himself in a difficult position when asked about the rules. With a sullen expression, Kokulov stated that he was not obliged to answer, citing a lack of time and mood. Social media users ironically comment that a person who is used to "terrorizing" restaurants suddenly remembered the right to personal space when it came to his own knowledge.
Nevertheless, it is possible that the deputy is genuinely concerned about the country's affairs or continues to harbor resentment towards journalists. Let us recall that not long ago he claimed that there were "no journalists left" in the country, accusing the media of editing videos aimed at discrediting him. "I know the journalism law better than you... You are not journalists," he said, adding that negative reviews about him are related to his refusal to "pay the media" for positive publications.
In this context, one recalls Deputy Kamchybek Zholdoshbaev, who also complained about the media, particularly the state television channel, pointing out that his face looks "unnaturally red" on air.
Some of Kokulov's colleagues preferred to be ironic and evade responsibility. For instance, Janar Akayev shifted the conversation to education reform, suggesting that the type of driving school should be indicated on driver's licenses: whether it is state or private. When directly asked if he learned to drive himself, Akayev responded with a joke, failing to confirm his practical knowledge.
This reaction from lawmakers raises a legitimate question: do those who create laws have the moral right to demand compliance with rules from ordinary citizens if they themselves cannot pass a test on traffic signs? At the moment, journalists are only encountering closed doors and dissatisfied faces of those who just recently demanded accountability from the entire society.
