Dr. Drymiotis Dr. Drymiotis regarding the progress of “Elpida,” with him himself estimating that the project will lose even more momentum in the coming period.
In fact, he compared the situation to the case of Kasselakis, arguing that “the people want a leader” and not just public statements through written declarations.
Drymiotis: “Hope will deflate even further. I see Hope as a Kasselakis-type party. They’ve realized this themselves, which is why they decided not to run. People want a leader. You can’t just rely on written statements.” pic.twitter.com/xy026pABEU
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As he pointed out, the momentum of Maria Karistianou’s political initiative is not only failing to gain traction but is expected to decline even further in the coming period.
“Elpida will deflate even further. I see Elpida as a Kasselakis-type party,” he said characteristically, making clear jabs at the way it attempts to communicate with the public.
At the same time, he noted that the problem seems to have been recognized even by the very people who support the effort.
“They have realized this themselves, and that is why they decided not to go on,” he said.
He also emphasized the relationship between political leaders and society, arguing that a physical presence and direct contact with the public remain a critical element in politics.
“People want a leader. You can’t do it just through writing,” he emphasized.
