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Global News Through a Greek Lens
Global News Through a Greek Lens
Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis launched a sharp critique on Saturday of socialist PASOK following party leader Nikos Androulakis’ recent remarks.
In an interview on Skai, Androulakis accused the ruling New Democracy party of portraying PASOK, which now is Greece’s main opposition party, as “populists incapable of governing” while failing to address the economic struggles of everyday citizens. He highlighted Greece’s low purchasing power and criticized the government for perpetuating hardships rather than alleviating them post-bailout.
Responding to Androulakis, Marinakis quipped that PASOK, under Androulakis, represents a “Green SYRIZA,” implying an ideological shift akin to the leftist opposition. He accused PASOK of opposing essential reforms, such as free afternoon surgeries, and questioned the feasibility of their promises.
“Where will the €4 billion Mr Androulakis pledged today come from?” he asked, citing European fiscal rules.
He calculated the cost of PASOK’s VAT reduction proposal alone at €3 billion, calling it impractical. He dismissed Androulakis’ rhetoric as reminiscent of the controversial “money exists” slogan from Greece’s financial crisis era. He urged voters to recognize the absence of fiscal reality in PASOK’s plans, suggesting citizens are no longer swayed by lofty, unworkable promises.