Greek Left Faces Troubles as Mitsotakis Secures Election Win and Migration Policy Continues
The Greek Left, represented by Syriza, is facing serious challenges after losing the May 2023 elections to the right-wing New Democracy party. Syriza's rise to power in 2015 was seen as a potential rupture with the EU's austerity policies, but their attempts to implement progressive economic policies were ultimately crushed. The recent election result was unexpected, with New Democracy winning by a significant margin. The Greek Left must now focus on rejecting austerity, reconnecting with social movements and unions, and offering reliable policy alternatives to regain power. The task of rebuilding left-wing social movements and political organization is crucial in order to offer a viable alternative to the EU's neoliberal policies.