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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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.
Press Releases
Tempi Train Collision Press Release
Written By: Telemachos
Two years ago today, on February 28, 2023, Greece was shaken by the devastating train collision near Tempi, taking 57 precious lives, many of them young students. This tragedy was not just a deadly accident — it was a direct consequence of a government that has actively neglected its responsibility to protect its citizens, especially the youth. The brutal reality is that many lives were lost because the state allowed its infrastructure to decay, and the truth of what happened — like the horror of 17-year-old girls burning alive and suffocating — was hidden from the public.
Gaza Annexation Proposal An Existential Threat to Orthodox Christians
Written By: KTE Executive Board
On February 4th, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump proposed an American takeover and annexation of the Gaza Strip. This proposal calls for the expulsion of roughly two million Palestinians in Gaza, American administration of the region, the removal of debris from destroyed buildings, controlled detonation of ordinance, and possibly the introduction of new settlements and the demographic replacement of the Palestinian community. The Gaza Strip is home to the third-oldest Greek Orthodox Church in the world, the Church of Saint Porphyrios.
Recent Articles
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.
Explaining the Greek-American Identity to Local Greeks
Written By: Alexandros
When my Pappou left Greece in the aftermath of the Greek Civil War, he came to the United States with hopes of building a new future. Although he left the nation of his ancestors behind, he resisted assimilation in various ways and imparted upon my father – and eventually me and my brothers – an intense pride and admiration for our homeland and our people. He lived as a true Hellenic patriot, remaining a pillar of Seattle’s Greek community and a lifelong member of the Orthodox Church.
Little Things Greek Americans Don’t Know About Local Greeks
Written By: Will Anagnos
I had a conversation with my sister recently about all the things that surprised her when she moved from America to Greece. It’s pretty interesting, watching her absorb all the same minor cultural shocks I experienced when I left for Greece a few years prior. Let’s say you want to settle down with a nice Greek guy – which my sister has been considering. Chances are, if he’s under 35, he probably still lives with his mother.
Top Issues Facing Greece in 2025
Written By: Alexandros
As the Greek Diaspora continues to monitor Greece from afar, embracing the new year presents an annual opportunity to reflect on the recent past of our great nation and consider its near future. This article will primarily be occupied with predicting the most pressing issues facing Greece in 2025, and showcasing KTE’s unique policy prescription for the Hellenic government. Demographics 2025 will be a year of shifting demographics. Last year, countless international news agencies published stories about the burgeoning demographic crisis in Greece.
Why Greece should leave the E.U.
Written By: Dimitri Karnavas
The Greece we know today was born when Greek patriots declared independence from the Ottomans in 1821, fighting multiple costly wars for years against the Turks, who had amassed a European empire and enslaved Greeks for over three hundred years. While our ancestors bravely fought their oppressors and established independence from the Turks over two centuries ago, the European Union today curtails our independence and sovereignty in trade, immigration, and defense.