"The fact that we're going through a crisis is an opportunity for Europe to be more coordinated and m..." — George Papandreou

Politics also means educating people. It's important to speak openly with our fellow Greeks, to tell them what our problems are and that we have to change something.

Unfortunately, corruption is widespread in government agencies and public enterprises. Our political system promotes nepotism and wasting money. This has undermined our legal system and confidence in the functioning of the state. One of the consequences is that many citizens don't pay their taxes.

This idea that you're a successful tough guy if you evade taxes and deceive the state has got to change.

We stand united, facing the big responsibility to change our country into a nation of justice, solidarity, humanity and green development.