Author: Aris Alexandris

The suspicious data regarding the “legal wiretaps” and surveillance via Predator on over 20 individuals cannot be ignored. The lack of a substantiated accusation raises serious credibility issues. The judiciary’s reluctance to extend its scrutiny to displeasing areas and individuals further complicates the situation. There is institutional confusion, and the judiciary should prioritize seeking the truth and maintaining integrity over political alignments. Culture of Distrust The average Greek’s indifference towards political issues is fueled by a lack of faith in resolving such cases and the belief that “this is how things are in Greece,” perpetuating a cycle of diminished legality…

In a recent incident involving a Greek Parliament member, Lefteris Avgenakis, the focus is not on what happened but on how it happened. The video of Avgenakis aggressively snatching a phone from an airport employee went viral, raising questions about the abuse of power in Greek politics. It highlights a culture of entitlement, where politicians like Avgenakis feel justified in their extreme behavior, regardless of the consequences. The rule of extremity Avgenakis’ public attack and subsequent nonchalant apology reveal a lack of awareness and accountability. His arrogance in downplaying the incident as a “verbal altercation” is a clear example of…