Greek Political Leaders Bid Farewell to Kostis Stephanopoulos

Greece’s political leaders have issued statements on the passing of former president of the republic Kostis Stephanopoulos on Sunday night.
“During his entire career, especially as President of the Republic, Kostis Stephanopoulos set an example of serving public interest in a selfless, dignified and consistent manner,” said President of the Hellenic Republic Prokopis Palvopoulos.
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras stated that, “Mr. Stephanopoulos was a politician with a grand vision for Greek society and always with the country’s interest in mind.”
Main opposition leader, New Democracy chief Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that Stephanopoulos set an example during his term and he was loved and respected by the majority of Greek people, adding that he was a modest and friendly person who left his mark in Greek political life.
To Potami leader Stavros Theodorakis commented that Stephanopoulos leaves behind him a legacy of political ethos and sincerity.
PASOK president Fofi Gennimata expressed her sorrow for the passing of “a president who honored the country with his ethics.”

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