Political Quotes

“Today Greeks and Greek Americans observe Greek Independence Day which marks the 177th anniversary of the revolution which freed Greece from the Ottoman Empire. History records the oppression and deprivation of human liberty to which the Greeks were subjected to during the period prior to the revolution. The Greek people were able to emerge from this period of their history and quickly reestablish their national identity and continue intact their cultural and religious institutions. It is a tribute to the spirit and determination of the Greek people that they prevailed in their struggle for liberty after such a long period. Greek Independence Day, however, is not just a day of celebration for the Greek nation and for individuals of Greek descent, but rather, it is a day of triumph and celebration for democratic nations and proponents of democracy around the world. Today marks an occasion on which we can all celebrate and revere the birthplace of democracy and democratic ideals. If you look at history and the teachings of the ancient Greek philosophers, you will quickly discover that it was the Greeks who introduced the notion of democracy into the political theories of the day.”