Diaspora and Greek Politics: Sentiment Instead of Scrutiny
Parts of the diaspora still approach Greek politics with the same tolerance that once enabled dysfunction at home.
Many approach politicians from Greece with sentiment instead of scrutiny.
Recent political tensions in France have reignited questions about taxation, social benefits, and fiscal discipline, echoing the concerns of Frédéric Bastiat two centuries ago.
Everyone wants to live at the expense of the state. They forget that the state lives at the expense of everyone.
This truth highlights the illusion of "free" public goods, a great political fiction of our time, from Paris to Athens.
Author's summary: Diaspora's sentiment towards Greek politics needs scrutiny.