The “Small Party” in Power
How do Syriza's origins and Greece's political economy affect its capacity to govern?
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Syriza’s Magic Equation
In his first speech before the Greek Parliament, Alexis Tsipras defiantly rejected austerity.
What Popular Unity Can Do
Ahead of the Greek elections tomorrow, Popular Unity remains the best hope for the radical left.
First Days, First Decisions
Syriza has only been in power for a week, but debates are already raging inside and outside the party.
Understanding the Greek Communists
Syriza is not the only left-wing party in Greece. Where did the Communist Party come from and where is it going?
What About the Greek Communist Party?
What explains the Greek Communist Party's stance toward Syriza and the euro crisis?
Still Demoralized by Syriza, Greece’s Left Is Struggling to Rebuild
In Greece, the right-wing government’s authoritarian measures have sparked important social struggles. But after Alexis Tsipras’s dismal spell in government, the Left faces an uphill battle to overcome Syriza’s legacy and show that an alternative is possible.
“We Have Nothing to Lose but Our Debts”
Four years after he became a slavish enforcer of EU dogmas, Greek leader Alexis Tsipras is finally set to lose office. But for former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, next month’s snap elections are a chance to take the fight against austerity back into parliament.
Turning “No” Into a Political Front
Some lessons from Syriza — and where we go from here.
Closed Rooms and Class War
Yanis Varoufakis presents himself as a heroic Prometheus in his new memoir, but he comes off looking more like a Narcissus.
The Path Not Taken
Alexis Tsipras claimed there was no realistic alternative to austerity for Greece. He was wrong.
Alexis Tsipras Leaves the Greek Left at a Historic Low
Syriza is electing a new leader after Alexis Tsipras resigned from his longtime role at the head of the party. He leaves the Greek left at its lowest point in decades, with far-right forces now exploiting the mood of social despair.
The Eurozone Debate
Syriza is divided over whether Greece should leave the eurozone — and at what cost.
Hope Is on the Way
Many are excited by the prospect of a Syriza victory. But what is the party's program and how will it be carried out?
A Historic Opportunity
With victory in sight, Alexis Tsipras discusses Europe's political landscape and the formation of a left government in Greece.
On the Doorstep of Power
A Syriza election win today will be a victory against both austerity and the European right.
The Greek Left Is in Serious Trouble
Following its 2023 national elections, Greece is looking at another four years of authoritarianism, privatization, and further financial and labor market deregulation. A new radical left alternative rooted in organic social movements is urgently needed.
Clinging to Power
Stathis Kouvelakis on Syriza's record in office, the mood in Greece, and why Alexis Tsipras should've stepped down months ago.
Golden Dawn and the “Dark Forces”
As it tries to subdue Greece's oligarchs, Syriza also must rein in the police.
Alexis Tsipras’ Anti-Politics
In proclaiming that there is no alternative, the Syriza leadership has rejected politics itself.