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will be marked as another Black Day for Democracy and the start of a slippery road to a new phase... more will be marked as another Black Day for Democracy and the start of a slippery road to a new phase in the political life of Cyprus. There are disturbing signs and a string of developments that warrant such observations! The charade for the dismissal of the Auditor General is just one them but also the arrest of two Cypriots-a Greek and a Turkish Cypriot-for unfurling a banner on October 1 st Celebrations at Cyprus's Independence Day Parade displaying the sign: "Republic Of Cyprus-The Only Solution". The valued freedom of expression enshrined in a democracy was considered inappropriate and the police apprehended the two culprits to face their day in the court.

DEMOCRACY, that specific word has a wonderful ring to it-save the disharmony and echoes of cacoph... more DEMOCRACY, that specific word has a wonderful ring to it-save the disharmony and echoes of cacophony between those harmonious sounds-it remains the best sound as opposed to Theocracy, Dictatorship, Tyranny and Repression! Among the ashes of uncertainty there always comes a time when democracy outshines and surprises all with a glimmer of hope for those people of lesser gods. Trapped in a merry-go-round, a vast population is unable to escape the reality of events and whether equal or not, they, nevertheless are compelled to cast a vote as a civic duty to ensure the continuation of a democratic system meant, "to serve all people equally!"

Can the government be honest and without spins explain to the citizens of the Republic, what does... more Can the government be honest and without spins explain to the citizens of the Republic, what does “A Bi-zonal, Bi-communal Federation (BBF) with Political Equality” actually means?

To most people, the proposed BBF has become an illusionary concept and they are wondering as to why the President is so insistent on negotiating such a dead-end concept; a political system that does not exist elsewhere in the world! Is Cyprus to become another guinea-pig experimentation in line with the Anastasiades/Troika’s 2013 Bail-in robbery of emptying people’s bank accounts?

Do politicians make more harm than good? In most cases, undoubtedly the answer is a profound "yes... more Do politicians make more harm than good? In most cases, undoubtedly the answer is a profound "yes"! This is an issue that certainly demands scrutiny but as long as political immunity exists, which prevents prosecution for bad political behaviour and bad decision-making policies that can harm the state or citizens the ineptness of political life will continue. The parliamentary process somewhat exonerates politicians from doing anything wrong; they become untouchable! Under those terms, democracy nurtures unbridled corruption in public office, institutions and society at large. The influence of "elected dictatorship" and nepotism soon infiltrates all aspects of life in society! If democracy breeds corruption, then meritocracy (advocated by Socrates, the Greek philosopher) can be the only way forward to excellence! One country that has failed to introduce the merit system (meritocracy) in the selection process is the Republic of Cyprus.

On Monday 20, May 2024 people listened to the most chilling revelations-a bombshell in fact-about... more On Monday 20, May 2024 people listened to the most chilling revelations-a bombshell in fact-about the long awaited UK Infected Blood Inquiry presented by Sir Brian Langstaff in London.

President Chrystodoulides decided to address the nation on March 5th with an American-style State... more President Chrystodoulides decided to address the nation on March 5th with an American-style State of the Union speech and to provide the public with his government's twelve-month performance but to also speak about his plans for the future.

Is there hope for the little island of Cyprus? Who can say but developments certainly display wor... more Is there hope for the little island of Cyprus? Who can say but developments certainly display worrying factors: politically, socially and economically! A successive bungling leadership and the political parties have reduced Cyprus to its present state of affairs! But today, there are more important matters to consider: that's to win the imminent elections on 9 of June 2024!

The battle of words begun with frenzy! Kommatokratia (politicocracy) have sharpened their tongues-and knives-to win seats for their candidates. Citizens will select a new crop of 705 MEPs for the failed EU parliament but for Cyprus the selection is more complex; it means the election of new Mayors, Deputy Mayors and Municipal Counsellors including Administrative District Heads all on the same day! Voting could turn out to be a feast for some as well as tears and famine for others!

There are disturbing initiatives by the EU-Commission that should worry most European citizens. T... more There are disturbing initiatives by the EU-Commission that should worry most European citizens. The EU was created on the basis of Freedom of Expression, Human Rights and Rule of Law-those values are now are in serious jeopardy!

In 2004, Greek Cypriots were duped into joining the EU-without a referendum-on the promise that i... more In 2004, Greek Cypriots were duped into joining the EU-without a referendum-on the promise that if Cyprus joined the EU they would:

President Chrystodoulides has an uphill battle convincing the public they have not been duped by ... more President Chrystodoulides has an uphill battle convincing the public they have not been duped by a slick election campaign to vote for his "independent candidacy"-after deserting his 10-year-old ruling DYSI Party-on the premise that he's a free-minded candidate and no longer aligned with Politicocracy (Kommatokratia). Disenchanted by the endless skulduggery and corruption of the previous government, citizens voted for the talented and aspiring younger president that offered them a glimmer of hope of a fair new society.

The new President of Cyprus Mr Nikos Chrystodoulides has recently visited Brussels to participate... more The new President of Cyprus Mr Nikos Chrystodoulides has recently visited Brussels to participate in the European Council Summit but also meet with EU heads of the European People's Party (EPP) to remind them all-for one more time-that Euro-Cyprus continues to be occupied by the Turkish army.

The ugly war in the very heart of Europe is a war that has transformed world stability into one o... more The ugly war in the very heart of Europe is a war that has transformed world stability into one of economic and social mayhem as well as inflation and insecurity! Under the guise of “Democracy, Freedom and Liberation” elected governments often use those same noble words to justify wars and topple dictators or unfriendly regimes in the name of democracy; a word now bastardised to elected dictatorship where the minority rules!

The recent selling of three hotels by Greek Cypriot refugees in the occupied city of Famagusta to... more The recent selling of three hotels by Greek Cypriot refugees in the occupied city of Famagusta to Turkish interests, it was inevitable! Since the Cyprus issue remains unsolved, it was only a matter of time before citizens begun to act in their own best interests.

Revolution of the Mind series The campaign for a new President in Cyprus is underway! Party candi... more Revolution of the Mind series The campaign for a new President in Cyprus is underway! Party candidates and "independents" are sharpening their tongues to convince citizens to elect them for the top chair. One of them will certainly be elected as a new president to "govern" the country. And so the battle for the President's Chair begins….

The article makes good reading about recent developments in Cyprus