The laconic statement of Kostas Karamanlis, in which he announced that he would not run in the next elections, contained a very interesting detail. His statement begins with “I have decided it is time to end my parliamentary journey”, which leaves him open to continuing his political path without being an MP. Knowledgeable people say that the former prime minister, since he is no longer tied to the party, can intervene more often in public life, which means that politics in the broadest sense is far from over.

Karamanlis for Karamanlis

Maximos welcomed the former prime minister’s statement, as it sent a clear signal of support for the faction and the “New Democracy government.” Even more gratifying was the statement by Minister of Infrastructure Kostas Karamanlis, who, after praising his cousin, saying that he “has completely linked his own course with national and patriotic interests”, concluded that “N.D. is going to the polls as united as ever, based on the principles and legacy of our founder Konstantinos Karamanlis.” And whatever Karamanlis does in the future, the younger Karamanlis will now legally be the family’s representative in parliament.

Present

What did Kyriakos Mitsotakis mean when he concluded his speech that Karamanlis “will take part in the big election battle that is about to begin”? According to the information, the ex-premier will “attend” an event in Thessaloniki, probably at the prime minister’s central election campaign, signaling that he supports the faction ahead of the elections. Indeed, in the column it has long been noted that the ex-premier is not even going to leave his faction with an advantage.

“Elections are not late”

Kyriakos Mitsotakis was on tour in Peristeri yesterday, confirming that he will again be a candidate in the west of Athens, as in previous elections. “How happy I am every time I return to my political home. Because this is where I am elected and I will continue to be elected here,” the prime minister said, announcing that “our first big meeting after they are announced will be in western Athens.” When asked when the elections would take place, he was satisfied with the answer “this is not for long”, indirectly, but clearly confirming that April is closed.