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“An elected government making huge changes with the consent of its people, is being undermined by concentrated powers in unregulated markets-powers which go beyond those of any individual government.”

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George Papandreou
George Papandreou

George Papandreou, born on June 16, 1952, is a former Prime Minister of Greece. He has extensive experience in politics and served as Prime Minister twice. During his tenure, Greece faced severe economic crises, and his policies and decisions received widespread attention both domestically and internationally. more

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