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Ano Liosia landfill...
A stream of bags, clothes and other items, confiscated from unlicensed street traders in Athens...
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EDITORIAL |
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Big words, but little action
National Bank of Greece Governor Nikos Garganas's statements regarding the need to amend the pension reform law that was only recently signed in Parliament have caused something of a stir. Garganas obviously supports bolder strategies, but also more structural changes in all the crucial sectors of the economy.
The recent past, however, has shown us that bold reforms take bold officials in key places who will be able to handle a situation when it gets tough. |
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A matter of perception
Environment, Physical Planning and Public Works Minister Giorgos Souflias is a decent, honest and modest politician.
He provided New Democracy with an opening toward the middle ground, as he is known to avoid extremes and to be a practically minded politician. He has always seen himself as a leader among equals in the Cabinet and the truth is that the prime minister himself has given him every right to perceive himself as such.
In politics, however, it is not how you see yourself, but how others see you. |
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