PUBLICIST SAMSON FIRTSKHALAVA FACING POLITICAL REALITY

Abstract

It is worth noting that in the not-so-distant past, it was not only prohibited to scrutinize and document the activities of many leaders but even to mention their names. One such luminary is Samson Firtskhalava, the leader of the Social-Federalist Party, the editor, and chief publicist of the party's official publication, "People's Affairs." He was also a parliament member and an esteemed educator, renowned for his prolific body of work. Samson Firtskhalava's multifaceted person holds intrigue from various angles. He is a captivating figure as a politician, educator, and public personality. However, our focus in this exploration centers on his role as a journalist. This article aims to provide an objective analysis of the political realism embodied by Samson Firtskhalava. It sheds light on his accomplishments and contributions, emphasizing the principles of free speech, journalistic ethics, astute opposition, and democratic ideals within the context of Georgian journalism history.