Democracy is our strength

Maybe it is because we are so accustomed to division and dysfunction that whenever a Greek does well abroad, or whenever our politicians, state machinery or institutions get something right, we break free of our malaise and are overwhelmed by joy and optimism.
In the case of athletes, artists and academics, their success often has little to do with the collective virtues of the Greeks or state support, depending mostly on their own talent, efforts and sacrifices. The many revel in the exploits of the few. But when our politicians and state representatives surprise us with consensus and seriousness, contrary to the dominant culture of conflict and obstructionism, the victory belongs to us all.
On the face of it, the broad support for Katerina Sakellaropoulou's candidacy for the presidency may not look like cause for excessive optimism. Of course, Prime Minister Kyriakos...