CHP Chairman Özgür Özel made significant statements at the congress held in Manisa. He said, "Those who love me should follow me," announcing the start of election preparations.

Özel stated that after the congresses, they will initiate a new movement. He said, "After these provincial congresses, we will start a new march together."

Remembering the late mayor of Manisa, Ferdi Zeyrek, he expressed that he is heading towards Istanbul. He asked, "Are we ready to walk towards power and close one era while opening another?"

Özgür Özel emphasized the importance of the people's will, stating, "Those who love me should follow me, those who love their country should follow me." These words became a great source of motivation for the party's election strategy.