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“Markets are saying pretty much what I'm saying too: that Greece is doing what it can, but that Greece is not going to be able to carry the weight of all of Europe and the other problems that Europe has.”

Quote by George Papandreou

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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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“Very often, people will come out and say, 'Greeks aren't doing things, Greeks aren't making changes, there's no reform,' That is hogwash. We have made a huge effort. The Greek people have made a huge effort.”

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