Government Handling and Modern Democracy

The article refers to the government's handling of the deadly fire of July 23, 2025, which it describes as amateurish and uncoordinated. It mentions the lack of coordination and a minister's statements on the matter.

In addition, it refers to scandals of hundreds of millions, such as the Vasilikos Terminal, which was given to a Chinese company without a tender, as well as EU agreements with the US regarding tariffs and investments.

The article raises questions about the state of democracy today, stating that it has been transformed into a facade-regime and not a continuous process of participation, responsibility and vigilance. It refers to the need for an active citizen, information, participation in public dialogue and defense of the values ​​of freedom, equality and solidarity.

Finally, it refers to Odysseus Elytis and his "Open Papers", as well as the author's personal memories from 1994 and a song he wrote then.