Billboards advertising PASOK and New Democracy are seen side by side in downtown Athens, ahead of the 2007 parliamentary elections. The banner below reads: ‘ND-PASOK don’t change… You must change!’ [AMNA]
As the leftist party SYRIZA faces a decline, Greece may see a return to a two-party system dominated by PASOK and New Democracy. Although not currently popular enough to lead, PASOK has risen in polls since electing a new leader. However, Greece still faces challenges from the past crisis, with economic, political, and institutional deficits remaining unresolved.
The return of the two-party system could lead to a repeat of past failures, as both parties have failed to address key issues plaguing Greece. Additionally, the rise of extremist parties and lack of centrism poses further challenges to the political landscape. Without a clear direction forward, Greece may face a political impasse in the absence of a strong alternative to the traditional parties.