Stefanos Kasselakis asks the delegates who support him to be outside the SYRIZA conference in Gazi on Friday afternoon (8.11.24), asking them to be calm and not to respond to provocations.
“Because the times are critical: I am calling on all of our elected delegates to be off the convention floor. The Republic will peacefully say #Iam_here”, says Stefanos Kasselakis in his post on social media about the SYRIZA conference that starts today and will end on Sunday.
“I appeal to all of you who come from all corners of Greece and traveled miles.
I am appealing to all of you who were elected delegates but did not send you an sms or email and they will cut you off at the entrance with this is what I want: Be cool. Sober. Please do not respond to challenges. They are sure to challenge you. They seek episodes to wash away their shame and diffuse the responsibilities,” he points out.
“Democracy does not fight for its right. Democracy defends its right peacefully. With faith, with stubbornness, with struggle. But always peacefully,” he says.
Because moments are critical:
– I invite all our elected delegates to be outside the conference area. Democracy will say peacefully #I’m_here.
-I am appealing to all of you who come from all corners of Greece and traveled miles.…
— Stefanos Kasselakis (@skasselakis) November 8, 2024
“Don’t forget: Our journey together is just beginning,” concludes Stefanos Kasselakis in his post.
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**Interview with Stefanos Kasselakis on SYRIZA Conference Mobilization**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Mr. Kasselakis. Thank you for joining us today. Can you tell us what prompted you to reach out to your delegates ahead of the SYRIZA conference in Gazi this Friday?
**Stefanos Kasselakis:** Thank you for having me. The reason for my message to the delegates is clear: we are in a critical moment for our party and our country. I wanted to emphasize the importance of calmness and composure as we gather. Our unity is essential, especially when faced with potential provocations.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like you’re anticipating some challenges at the conference. What kind of provocations are you expecting?
**Stefanos Kasselakis:** While I can’t predict specific incidents, there is a lot of tension within the party and opposition groups. We have seen increased polarization in recent times, and I want to ensure that our supporters remain focused on our goals rather than getting caught up in distractions.
**Interviewer:** You’ve called for your supporters to remain calm. What message do you want them to take away from the conference?
**Stefanos Kasselakis:** The core message is one of solidarity and strength. We need to come together, listen to each other, and work collaboratively. It’s vital that we present a united front moving forward. By staying calm, we can better communicate our vision and show that SYRIZA stands for change that benefits everyone.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what are your hopes for the outcome of the conference?
**Stefanos Kasselakis:** My hope is to foster a constructive dialogue that reinforces our party’s commitment to progress and responsive leadership. We must emerge from this conference more united and determined to tackle the challenges ahead. Together, we can navigate these critical times effectively.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Mr. Kasselakis. We appreciate your insights and wish you all the best at the conference.
**Stefanos Kasselakis:** Thank you very much. I appreciate the opportunity to share my thoughts.
