Konstantinos Tasoulas
Athens marks Polytechnic uprising with security measures, protests
The gates of Athens' Polytechnic University closed Sunday, as the city marked the 51st anniversary of the 1973 pro-democracy student uprising, culminating in the traditional march to the US Embassy.
Avgenakis: I will not participate in the elections of independent MPs or any attempts to form a parliamentary group
Mr. Lefteris Avgenakis expresses his commitment to the principles of New Democracy in a post, stating that he continues to serve the parliamentary group of the majority despite being expelled and functioning as an independent MP.
Mitsotakis at Rigillis: “Let’s Give New Democracy Three Consecutive Terms in Government” (update)
“Today is dedicated to all New Democrats – we honor both those present and those absent. The gift New Democracy asks of us on its birthday is to build the future even faster.”
New Democracy returns to its historic headquarters on Rigillis Street to mark 50 years of existence.
They were all there for Marianna Vardinoyannis: See photos from the emotional event one year after her passing
A musical performance of remembrance and tribute dedicated to the universal Greek figure, Marianna V. Vardinoyannis, whose life and invaluable humanitarian work touched the lives of thousands, generously offering Love, Hope, and Light, was held by the family of Vardis I. Vardinoyannis, in collaboration with the “Marianna V.
The “Governor’s Mansion” of Thessaloniki becomes a “little palace” again, after 18 years
The legendary Governor’s Mansion (“Palataki” or “Kyverneion” in Greek) of Thessaloniki, the imposing edifice with its magnificent view, which has hosted heads of state, kings and prime ministers, is being revived.
Parliament: Iliopoulos’ resignation to be discussed in the Plenary on Wednesday – Tsapanidou and those next in line
Next Wednesday, August 28th, with the resumption of the Parliament‘s plenary session, the resignation of Mr. Othon Iliopoulos from his parliamentary position will be officially announced.
Pavlos Polakis: With… love from Kasselakis outside the Parliamentary Group but within SYRIZA – All the behind-the-scenes details
Independent MP since yesterday afternoon is Chania MP Pavlos Polakis, as his verbal attack on a staff member of Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis resulted in his expulsion from the SYRIZA Parliamentary Group, dramatically changing the agenda and dynamics within the main opposition.
The Timeline of the Expulsion
Tasoulas: Polakis a “Vulgar Attention Seeker Through Insults” – Salary Cut Imposed (Video)
Konstantinos Tasoulas, the Speaker of the House, condemned Pavlos Polakis’ behavior as “repugnant, unacceptable, and disgusting” and announced a salary cut for the MP following the unprecedented incident in the Parliamentary Social Affairs Committee.
Mitsotakis sent a message about arrogance through Avgenakis
A clear message in all directions, to ministers, MPs and executives of the New Democracy, was the impeachment of Lefteris Avgenakis by decision of Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Mr. Avgenakis was the first secretary of Mr. Mitsotakis since he took over the reins of ND in 2016, while for 5 consecutive years, until the recent reshuffle, he held ministerial positions.
Avgenakis for the attack on an employee at El. Venizelos: “There was no assault, I took his phone”
A statement explaining his behavior towards a worker at the airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” was issued on Wednesday morning by the MP and former minister of the Southwest, Lefteris Avgenakis, after the video came to light.