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Syriza’s Hapless and Sad Betrayal of Hope Follows Long Greek Left Tradition
The first leftist government in Greek history continues the long tradition of Greek left betrayal.
Grexit or Jubilee? How Greek Debt Can Be Annulled
The crushing Greek debt could be canceled the way it was made - by sleight of hand.
Protests Erupt Outside of Greek Parliament as It Approves Harsh Austerity
Protests erupted in Greece Wednesday.
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The Problem of Greece Is Not Only a Tragedy – It Is a Lie
Syriza is choosing the path of liberals groomed to comply with neoliberal drivel.
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An Epic Policy Failure in Europe
The troika's program for Greece represents one of history's epic policy failures.
Greeks Denounce Bailout Deal That Calls for New Round of Austerity
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is facing protests from members of his own Syriza party.
Greece Yields to Austerity Demands Just Days After Historic “No” Vote
Prime Minister Tsipras has submitted a bailout proposal which includes harsh austerity measures.
Thomas Piketty to Angela Merkel: Austerity Has Failed
Five leading economists warn the German chancellor, "History will remember you for your actions this week."
“A Europe of Equals”: Report From Athens as Greek Voters Seek Alternatives to Austerity
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is scrambling to present a new bailout proposal as Greek banks remain shut down.
Austerity or Grexit: A False Dichotomy
Greece has shown the world that there is an alternative to austerity: wresting power from the hands of elites and reasserting democratic control.