To Kinima Tou Ethnous is a Greek Diaspora organization that seeks to leverage Greece's greatest natural resource, its people, to influence Greek politics and involve the diaspora in the political process of Greece.
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Noah Allen and Konstantinos Karetsas: Uniting the Greek Diaspora Through Football
Written By: Vasili Sakpazis
The Greek Diaspora – a global network of millions of individuals with Hellenic heritage – has long played a crucial role in preserving and promoting Greek culture beyond the borders of the homeland. From Australia to the United States, Canada to Germany, Greeks abroad maintain deep emotional ties to their ancestral roots. However, one area where this connection remains underutilized is in sports, particularly football. That might be changing for the better, thanks to the recent emergence of two young Greek footballers: Noah Allen and Konstantinos Karetsas.
Honoring Marinos Ritsoudis, Orthodox Hero
Written By: Stephanos
Today marks the 25-year anniversary of an extremely significant event in Orthodox world history. On March 24th, 1999, NATO, under the direction of the United States, began Operation Allied Force, a bombing campaign to intervene and end the Yugoslav-Kosovo war. This illegal intervention lasted from until June 10th, 1999, leading to the deaths of 1,008 service members, injuring 5,000 more, and martyring 2,000 civilians along with an estimated 12,000 injured.
Scenes of the Greek Revolution: Essential Works by Theodoros Vryzakis
Written By: KTE Executive Board
You may not recognize the name of painter Theodoros Vryzakis, but his impact on Greece and the construction of the national ethos was very profound. His paintings depicting the Greek Revolution were highly acclaimed upon their debut in the mid-19th century, and they continue to shape the Diaspora’s appreciation of the Revolution in the modern day. Vryzakis was an orphan whose father was hanged by the Turks at the beginning of the war effort.
Εlliniki Lysi has risen above 10% in recent polls, but what do they believe?
Written By: Dimitri Karnavas
Greek Solution, or Ελληνική Λύση, is a Greek political party formed in 2016 by former Member of Parliament (MP) Kyriakos Velopoulos. Since then, the party has risen to third place in the most recent polls, gaining notoriety and more than doubling its appeal since the 2023 parliamentary elections. However, Greek-Americans seem relatively unfamiliar with the party and its particular positions. The party has a traditionalist, populist, and patriotic character. Here are a few key points that distinguish them from others in the Hellenic political arena, as reported by a Greek-American member of their youth wing.
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Commemorating the Annunciation of the Theotokos
Written By: Michalis Christos Xanthopoulos
On March 25th, we commemorate the Annunciation of the Theotokos (Ο Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου). Χρόνια Πολλά, indeed, because this event marks the anticipation of the greatest miracle: God becoming man and reconciling humanity with Himself, which had been estranged because of the fall of the human race by Adam and Eve. It was through the Virgin Mary that Christ fulfilled His dispensation towards us, and she became the Theotokos, the New Eve, and her womb became more spacious than the Heavens.
Honoring the Spirit of Freedom and Faith on Greek Independence Day
Written By: KTE Executive Board
ΚΤΕ proudly joins Greeks around the world in celebrating Greek Independence Day on March 25th, a day that marks the heroic struggle for freedom and the enduring spirit of Hellenism. This momentous occasion commemorates the 1821 revolution against Ottoman rule, a defining chapter in Greek history that continues to inspire generations. March 25th is also a deeply significant day in the Orthodox Christian calendar, as it marks the Feast of the Annunciation.
Recent Articles
Noah Allen and Konstantinos Karetsas: Uniting the Greek Diaspora Through Football
Written By: Vasili Sakpazis
The Greek Diaspora – a global network of millions of individuals with Hellenic heritage – has long played a crucial role in preserving and promoting Greek culture beyond the borders of the homeland. From Australia to the United States, Canada to Germany, Greeks abroad maintain deep emotional ties to their ancestral roots. However, one area where this connection remains underutilized is in sports, particularly football. That might be changing for the better, thanks to the recent emergence of two young Greek footballers: Noah Allen and Konstantinos Karetsas.
Honoring Marinos Ritsoudis, Orthodox Hero
Written By: Stephanos
Today marks the 25-year anniversary of an extremely significant event in Orthodox world history. On March 24th, 1999, NATO, under the direction of the United States, began Operation Allied Force, a bombing campaign to intervene and end the Yugoslav-Kosovo war. This illegal intervention lasted from until June 10th, 1999, leading to the deaths of 1,008 service members, injuring 5,000 more, and martyring 2,000 civilians along with an estimated 12,000 injured.
Scenes of the Greek Revolution: Essential Works by Theodoros Vryzakis
Written By: KTE Executive Board
You may not recognize the name of painter Theodoros Vryzakis, but his impact on Greece and the construction of the national ethos was very profound. His paintings depicting the Greek Revolution were highly acclaimed upon their debut in the mid-19th century, and they continue to shape the Diaspora’s appreciation of the Revolution in the modern day. Vryzakis was an orphan whose father was hanged by the Turks at the beginning of the war effort.
Εlliniki Lysi has risen above 10% in recent polls, but what do they believe?
Written By: Dimitri Karnavas
Greek Solution, or Ελληνική Λύση, is a Greek political party formed in 2016 by former Member of Parliament (MP) Kyriakos Velopoulos. Since then, the party has risen to third place in the most recent polls, gaining notoriety and more than doubling its appeal since the 2023 parliamentary elections. However, Greek-Americans seem relatively unfamiliar with the party and its particular positions. The party has a traditionalist, populist, and patriotic character. Here are a few key points that distinguish them from others in the Hellenic political arena, as reported by a Greek-American member of their youth wing.
Sectarian Violence Leaves Alawites and Orthodox Christians Vulnerable in Syria
Written By: Alexandros
After the fall of former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, many Syrians hoped their country would begin to recover from the devastating decade-long civil war that had torn it apart and left the civilian population in peril. The new Syrian government, largely made up of remnants from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, vowed to usher in a new era of prosperity and democracy for the nation. Unfortunately, these promises have yet to materialize.
Why KTE? (2025 Update)
Written By: Alexandros
The original idea for To Kinima Tou Ethnous (KTE) was first conceived in a Chicago hotel room when a small contingent of socially conservative and religious friends gathered to discuss Greek politics and current events. Initially, our intent was to create an organization dedicated chiefly to Hellenic politics – something that would eventually grow to become an electoral player. When that initial meeting occurred, 2024 had already ushered in significant changes that marked the end of the traditional Greece I had once placed so much faith in as a young man.
Greek Immigration Policy Risks Permanent Welfare Status for Migrants
Written By: Alexandros
Immigration remains a leading political issue for many nations on the global stage, and Greece is no exception. As the left continues to support pro-immigrant policies, conservatives in Greece are urging the government to reform national policy to better balance the needs of the local population with those of immigrants. The Greek government’s actual long-term immigration plan has been shrouded in mystery, fanning the flames of public discourse. However, several flaws in national policy can be identified by examining the official model for the integration of refugees and asylum seekers found on the Greek government’s website.
Fighting for Family Land in Greece: A Diasporic Dilemma
Written By: Penelope Conomos Benis
When my father passed away in 2017, I was faced with a dilemma experienced by many Diasporans: should I preserve my ancestral footprint by claiming inheritance to family property in Greece? After years of fact-finding, investigative research, and a hefty amount of internal debate, I’ve come to realize the answer is dependent on navigating both the emotional and practical facets of this age-old question. The following article will serve as part one of a two-part series addressing the complexities of land endowment in Greece.
DOGE investigation reveals U.S. interference in Greek domestic affairs
Written By: Alexandros
Over the past several weeks, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) group has launched a sweeping audit and investigation into American discretionary spending and social programs. These efforts have uncovered numerous controversial initiatives by the U.S. federal government, including one based in Greece titled “Empowering LGBTQIA+ Refugees in Greece.” The grant allotted $25,000 to “provide material and psychological support to LGBTQIA+ asylum seekers and refugees,” seeking also to “inform and raise awareness of civil society on issues faced by the LGBTQIA+ community.
A Forgotten History: Unpacking Greece’s Relationship with Russia
Written By: Alexandros
Greeks are deeply divided on their government’s stance toward the Russia-Ukraine War. Many political parties in Greece are expressly pro-Russia, such as Ellinikí Lýsi and Νίκη, who have campaigned to rebuild political and economic relations with Russia. Meanwhile, the current ruling party, New Democracy, continues to support Ukraine’s military as part of its center-right platform. Given this political scenario, the idea of realigning all of Greece towards the Russian sphere seems unlikely.