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VOL. 9, ISSUE 436 A WEEKLY GREEK AMERICAN PUBLICATION FEBRUARY 18, 2006 $1.00 - GREECE: 1.75 Euro Reshuffle: Leadership 100 Dora Now Approves Grants Foreign For $2.5 Million Minister By Theodore Kalmoukos deep impact,” he said. Special to The National Herald “You or your parents came to ATHENS (Reuters) - Athens the United States from every cor- Mayor Dora Bakoyanni was named BOSTON - The 15th annual ner of Greece and formed one as Greece's new foreign minister Leadership 100 Conference in Key family, united by language, her- this past Tuesday in a broad cabinet Biscayne, Florida concluded last itage, love for the country. You reshuffle aimed at shoring up pub- Sunday, February 12, with the left your homeland behind, and lic support for the conservative gov- election of a new chairman, the came here with a burning desire to ernment after two years in power. approval of $2.5 million in grants, succeed. You didn't just strive to The new cabinet was sworn in and an official invitation by then blend in, but to stand out. And on Wednesday. Greek Tourism Minister Demetris succeed and stand out you did, and The popular mayor of Athens is Avramopoulos to hold next year's we are proud of you, and grateful seen as dovish towards Greece's Conference in Greece. that you haven't forgotten where archrival Turkey, and analysts say George Behrakis of Lowell, you come from,” he said. her appointment is a good omen Massachusetts succeeded John LOVING RESPONSIBILITY for the possible revival of stalled ef- Payiavlas as the organization's “You have offered to help the forts to reunite the divided island chairman. society in which you live in republic of Cyprus. The largest grant for 2006 will through the Church of your fa- After brooding about making go to Hellenic College/Holy Cross thers. You have subscribed to the cabinet-level changes for weeks, Greek Orthodox School of Theol- ideal of philanthropy, and being Prime Minister Costas Karamanlis ogy for $1.5 million. Other grants, Christian Orthodox and Greeks, replaced several ministers and did from most to least substantial, are you have correctly distinguished away with some deputy ministers as follows: this ideal from simple charity, real- altogether but kept his finance min- EUROKINISSI 1. $400,000 - Internet Min- izing it requires something even istry intact. Prime Minister Costas Karamanlis, center standing in front of the Megaron Maximou, the mansion hous- istries. Unpopular economic measures, ing the offices of the Prime Minister of Greece in Athens, with his new cabinet this past Wednesday. Dora 2. $103,200 - Department of Continued on Page 2 difficult structural reforms and scan- Bakoyianni, the new Foreign Minister, is standing in front to the right. To the Premier's left are Demetris Outreach and Evangelism. dals appear to have eroded public Avaramopoulos, the new Health Minister and Fani Palli-Petralia, the new Culture Minister. 3. $100,000 - Archives. support somewhat for the ruling 4. $65,000 - Orthodox Christian right-of-center New Democracy Fellowship. With this issue: party in recent months, although the 5. $49,500 - Religious Educa- conservatives are still enjoying a tion Department, for a CD on comfortable lead in most polls feast days. "Our main goal is to improve the Patriarch Visits Long Island Church 6. $45,320 - Religious Educa- services offered to citizens, eco- tion Department, to develop a nomic recovery in a tough interna- By Stavros Marmarinos completion of his official tour in and applauded the Patriarch, who Sunday School curriculum for high tional environment, and to serve the Special to The National Herald Panama and Mexico and hours be- was accompanied by His Emi- school students. everyday needs of all Greeks," fore flying back to Constantinople. nence Archbishop Demetrios of 7. $37,700 - National Altar Boy Government Spokesman Theodore NEW YORK - His All Holiness Though the visit was brief, last- America, Metropolitan Stefanos Retreat. Roussopoulos told reporters. Ecumenical Patriarch ing a little less than an hour, it was of Estonia, Father Loucas, an ha- Mr. Avramopoulos, who be- The daughter of Constantine Bartholomew of Constantinople the first time ever that an ecu- giographer from the Xenofontos came the new Health Minister in Mitsotakis, a former Greek Prime was greeted with flowers as he menical patriarch paid a visit to Monastery on Mount Athos, Greece just two days after the Minister, and widow of a promi- walked on the grounds and went the Greek Orthodox community in which is under the Ecumenical Pa- Conference wrapped up its pro- nent politician gunned down by up the steps of a packed Kimisis tis Southampton, as a crowd of triarchate's ecclesiastical jurisdic- ceedings, received the Leadership leftists, Bakoyanni, 51, replaces re- Theotokou (Dormition of the Vir- roughly 200 gathered to greet the tion, and the Venerable Joachim 100 Excellence Award during the tiring veteran Petros Molyviatis. gin) Church in Southampton this spiritual leader of the world's 250 Bilis, Grand Deacon of the Patri- annual grand banquet. "She has great communication past Tuesday, February 14, Valen- million Orthodox Christians. archate. “I accept the Leadership 100 skills. She might be constrained by tine's Day. Students of the community's The Patriarch was introduced to Award for Excellence with solemn her post, but her heart will probably The Patriarch passed through Sunday and Greek schools pre- the community by its pastor, Rev. pride and responsibility, and I New York and stopped by the pared a warm welcome for His All pledge to all of you that I will con- Continued on Page 9 Long Island parish soon after the Holiness. They threw rose petals Continued on Page 3 tinue my efforts for progress with a

Dream Come True: Woman Finds Sisters After 33 Years

By Theodore Kalmoukos Special to The National Herald

BOSTON - Finding her biolog- ical family was a life's dream for coffee house manager Melissa Jackson. After 33 years, the dream has started to come true, and it's a dream with a distinctly Greek twist. An idyllic view of the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail in British Columbia. Mrs. Jackson's life story could The Trail stretches along the western shoreline of southern Vancouver have very easily been turned into a Island in Canada. The area was first discovered by Greek mariner Hollywood script, but it's as real as Ioannis Phokas, a native of the Ionian island of Cephalonia. it gets, so it would have been a script based on a true story. The California-raised 33-year- Yannis Phokas: Juan de old was adopted by an American family from a poor Greek family when she was still an infant. “I was Fuca Indisputably Greek given up for adoption in Athens, TNH/COSTAS BEJ Greece by my mother Georgia By Steve Frangos small ships and 200 soldiers which Elegance and sensuality underlie Joanna Mastroianni's evening gowns, inspired by the dreamy detailing of Boura,” Mrs. Jackson told the Na- Special to The National Herald traveled up the Pacific coast. This the renowned Faberge eggs. Romantic looks with stylish embellishments on luxurious fabrics accentuate the tional Herald. expedition failed due to a mutiny return of glamour in the designer's fashion, a taste of Imperial Russia in the contemporary world of 2006. Her adopted parents, Jack and Juan de Fuca the early explorer in reaction to the captain's mis- Lee Jackson, were in Greece at the of the western Pacific was not a conduct. In 1592, another expedi- time. Mr. Jackson served in the Spaniard, but a Greek, Ioannis tion was sent, and on this voyage, United States Air Force and was in (Yannis) Phokas, from the Ionian Juan de Fuca - Yannis Phokas - as- Mastroianni’s Fabulous Touch Athens on assignment. “My par- island of Cephalonia. The Greek serted that he had located the fa- ents couldn't have children, and mariner claimed that, in 1592, bled Straits of Anian. By Liana Sideri to fame because of the attention Women's Wear Daily, an NYC- had long wanted to adopt a baby, while exploring the coast of what Upon his return, Phokas was Special to The National Herald she received from the star-studded based fashion publication. so they inquired at a hospital in was to become North America and lauded in Mexico City, but he did world of Hollywood and exclusive There was clearly an exotic feel Athens about adoption policies,” Canada, he had discovered a great not receive the rewards he was ini- NEW YORK - Among a crowd socialite circles across the country, to the climate she created for her she said. inlet between 47° and 48° Lati- tially promised. After two years, of fans, buyers and publicists at- received her inspiration for her recent show. From delicate Melissa had just been born tude. This inlet was thought to be the disgusted pilot left Mexico and tending her show, Joanna Mas- current collection from the ele- evening gowns adorned with rich there prematurely at the time. “I the fabled Straits of Anian (also sought his reward from the court troianni, a recently established gance and glamour of Imperial hand-beading and dramatic em- was 3 pounds and 12 ounces, but I known as the Northwest Passage), of Spain. Again, Phokas received Greek American fashion designer, Russia, particularly from the frag- broidery on luxurious fabrics, to survived. I was adopted when I was which was then believed to be the praises, but nothing else. He left launched her Fall 2006 collection ile beauty of the renowned fine suits, trousers, skirts, dresses only five weeks old,” she said. northern waterway linking the At- empty-handed, this time heading during the Olympus Fashion's Faberge eggs. and blouses in stylish combina- It all happened very fast, she lantic and the Pacific Oceans back for his home in Cephalonia. Fashion Week Fair at Manhattan's “The delicate beauty of the tions of lush texture, rich color and said. “There was an ad in a news- through the Arctic archipelago of Along the way, in April of 1596, Bryant Park in Manhattan last Faberge egg - I'm dreaming of be- clear form, Mastroianni's design paper; my parents came to the Canada. Phokas stopped in Venice where, Thursday evening, February 9. ing at the most fabulous party with theme seems to be wearable gar- hospital; they saw me; and then De Fuca, a navigator for the by chance, he met the English nav- Mastroianni, who was brought creative creatures. It includes ments which address almost any went to my (biological) mother's Spanish for 40 years, claimed to igator and merchant, Michael Lok. (French couture designers) Poiret fashion-oriented woman, as they house,” she said. have made two especially notable It was there in Venice that and Vionnet, (famous are less about trend and more Her mother was very poor, and exploratory trips, the first in 1591 Phokas told Lok of his discovery. dancer/singer) Josephine Baker, about style and ideas. was living in a small house with her and the second in 1592, at the be- Lok recorded the account ion writ- and many beautiful exotic young In an interview with the Nation- other children. “She couldn't af- hest of the Viceroy of Mexico. In ing, and the rest quite literally be- *021806* things laughing and dancing the 1591, de Fuca served as pilot with night away,” Mastroianni told Continued on Page 5 Continued on Page 7 an expedition consisting of three Continued on Page 7 2 COMMUNITY THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 Leadership 100 Approves $2.5 Million in Grants at 15th Annual Conference

Continued from page 1 today. Close to 300are fulfilled Archbishop is our spiritual leader, members, and the remaining 400 and the organization is made of more profound: a loving responsi- are paying gradually - $10 thou- people of the Church, and the bility which implies service, humil- sand dollars over ten years. We are members give because it is a ity and greater responsibility as also reaching out to some of those Church-related Organization,” he you come forward and give of your members who have not paid for said. talents and treasure in order to various reasons,” Father Antokas Leadership 100's annual oper- preserve and perpetuate the spirit said. ating budget is presently between of our Orthodox faith and the ev- Leadership 100's mission is to $800-900 thousand, Father An- erlasting values of Hellenism for promote Orthodoxy and Hel- tokas said: “That includes rent for the future,” he added. lenism, and to advance the min- our new offices, salaries (for a 5- In his address, Mr. istries of the Greek Orthodox person staff), expenses to promote Avramopoulos also made special Archdiocese of America, he ex- Leadership 100, correspondence reference to the Ecumenical Patri- plained. “There is a grant form and communication with our archate of Constantinople: which can be obtained through the members. We need to include the “Among the numerous valuable Internet on our website meetings for the Board of Trustees grants you have offered with love (www.L100.org). Once it's filled in the budget, and we have the An- and care over the years, your con- out, it's presented to the grant nual Conference. But most of the tributions to the Patriarchal visit committee, which is chaired by money is spent in order to attract to the United States is distin- Mark Stavropoulos. The applica- new members.” guished. The Ecumenical Patriar- tion is reviewed, and if it meets the Asked about the role of Arch- chate is a beacon of light and spiri- necessary criteria, the grant com- diocese Administrator Jerry tuality for us all, through adverse mittee presents it to the Board of Demetriou, Father Antokas said, conditions, and the Greek Trustees, and then the Executive “Jerry's association with Leader- Government is thankful to you for Committee, which votes upon it, ship 100 began when he first start- keeping it close to your heart.” under the guidance of the Arch- ed with the Archdiocese. He brings Mr. Avramopoulos then ex- bishop.” with him a great history as a con- tended an official invitation to the Leadership 100 is now a sepa- sultant, and he helps us oversee the Organization to held its next Con- rate not-for-profit entity, which financial process and all the pro- ference in Greece: operates independently of the cesses we need to undergo.” “On behalf of the Greek DEMETRIS PANAGOS Archdiocese as an endowment Father Antokas acknowledged Government, I invite the Board of (L-R) John Payiavlas, George Behrakis, former Greek Tourism Minister Demetris Avramopoulos and His fund, so how and why is the Arch- that Mr. Demetriou, a full-time Trustees of Leadership 100 to Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America during the annual Leadership 100 Conference last weekend. bishop of America involved, employee of the Archdiocese, is Athens to further enhance our Mr. Behrakis succeeded Mr. Payiavlas as the organization's chairman. Mr. Avramopoulos was appointed Father Antokas was asked? also “a paid consultant of the close relationship, and to give us Health Minister this past week. “The Archbishop is an ex offi- Leadership 100.” When asked if the opportunity to extent our hos- cio member, of course, because Mr. Demetriou's services are pitality to you,” he said. which was held on February 9-12. grants,” he said. ucation and Greek Parochial Leadership 100 was established needed at Leadership 100, Father “The age of globalization pre- “One of the highlights every Of the $20 million in grants Schools, Father Antokas said specifically by Archbishop Iakovos Antokas said, “He is needed until sents a historical opportunity for morning is the Bible study with His Leadership 100 has issued to vari- much more needs to be done. and the founding members to be the Executive Committee and the Greece and Hellenism. Greece is Eminence (Archbishop Demetrios ous ministries, Father Antokas “That is an area we believe we the endowment arm of the Arch- Board of Trustees feel otherwise, currently a hub for growth: new in- of America),” L100 Executive disclosed that, “We have given a in which we have to take on a more diocese - to fund the national min- but I believe he has been an asset vestment incentives introduced by Director Rev. Demetrios Antokas grant of $260,000 to the Institute serious role,” he said. “We haven't istries of the Archdiocese. The to us.” the Government are designed to told the National Herald, adding of Religion & World Affairs at received a formal request from any make the public sector an active that the organization continues to Boston University. They did a school. I think instead of looking agent of change and a useful sup- travel on the sure-footed path of study on Orthodox Christianity in into each school individually, we porter of private investment. We success. American Public Life. We have should look at the whole picture, are winning the war against bu- “We're doing very well. Under committed $10 million to the Hel- along with the Department of Ed- The Spirit of Greek Wine: reaucracy and red tape; creating Mr. Payiavlas' tenure, from March lenic College/Holy Cross scholar- ucation and concerned educators, an attractive financial and legal of 2004 to February of 2006, we ship program; we have given $1 and formulate strategies as to how environment; and opening the way gained over 80 new members. The million to the Archbishop Iakovos e could effectively fund Greek Tsantalis Rapsani 2000 to foreign investments. Our collective revenue of these new Library Fund (at HC/HC), the Paideia. We also have someone in Government's vision for the future members and the sustaining mem- clergy student-loan repayment the person of Mr. Behrakis who By John Foy nomavro (Ksee-no-ma-vro) be- is to consolidate our position as bership was $3.5 million this year, program and the Retired Pension understands the needs of our The Star-Ledger came my favorite Greek red wine, the most competitive and innova- and that income can not be Program.” parochial schools because he is in- as the grape offers black olive and tive service-oriented economy in touched. It is applied to the princi- Asked why the Archdiocese volved with the parochial school in The ancient art of Greek wine- raspberry-like aromas with an Ore- the whole Eastern Mediterranean ple of the (Archbishop Iakovos Cultural Center in Astoria, which Lowell,” he added. making is just re-entering the mod- gon-like pinot noir texture and fla- and Southeastern European re- Leadership 100) Endowment is in serious financial need, was The organization's membership ern world, and one wine which will vor. When blended with Krassato gion, as well as an international Fund, which now stands at $55 turned down, Father Antokas said, has multiplied since its inception introduce you to its pleasures is and Stavroto, Xinomavro retains its agent of stability and coopera- million dollars. There is a percent- “You're putting us in a difficult 22 years ago. The original goal at Tsantalis Rapsani Reserve 2000. essence, as the Stavroto mostly tion,” he added. age that we give out as grants each position. We do not support oper- that time was for 100 members to Greeks have been producing adds a merlot-like hue, and Kras- More than 400 members and year to various ministries. From ating budgets (of institutions).” each give $100,000 over a ten-year wine for thousands of years, but it is sato contributes a light fruit flavor friends of the Leadership 100 took 1984 to 2006 we have given out When asked if Leadership 100 period. only in the last decade that they and tannic structure. participated in the Conference, close to $20 million dollars in was doing enough for Hellenic ed- “We have about 700 members have stepped into the modern Tsantalis works this blend into a winemaking world. beautiful black cherry red color Caught between tradition and with an enticing perfumed nose the realization that its wines were which preserves Xinomavro's black out of sync with consumers, young olive character and secondary cher- winemakers and worldly winery ry scent. Its rich plum and blackber- The largest greek food importer of its kind, known worldwide owners have set their sights on ry fruit flavors coat the palate with changing the wines of this historical a long-lingering flavor. nation. In some ways, the Tsantalis JOHN’S IMPORT FOODS Yes, there is the effort to plant Rapsani Reserve 2000 resembles a SPECIAL GRADE A GREEK PRODUCTS IN TOP QUALITY PACKAGING AT VERY LOW PRICES the same-old-same-old chardon- Cotes du Rhone or Primitivo from nay, cabernet sauvignon and merlot southern Italy. Yet, at the same trilogy and age them in new French time, it has its own identity, which is oak barrels, giving us wines that are why wine consumers should be barely distinguishable regardless of thankful for the Greeks' pride in geography. But fortunately, change their wine heritage. for some Greek wineries doesn't I don't recall what I ate for lunch mean throwing out the indigenous with the Tsantalis 2000 Rapsani grapes which have provided unique Reserve at the winery in Thessaly, aromatic and flavored wines like but it was perfect with the lamb Tsantalis Rapsani Reserve 2000. chops at Thalassa. American Ten months ago, I tasted this restaurateurs haven't caught onto wine at the modern Tsantalis win- the great combination modern ery, and I repeated the pleasure re- Greek wines are with food, but you cently at the stylish Thalassa restau- can enjoy the Tsantalis Rapsani rant in Soho. Reserve 2000 at home with any Rapsani is a wine region at the meat you like to roast, goat and foothills of Mount Olympus. Greek sheep cheeses, or grilled salmon wine regulations require Rapsani with diced black kalamata olives. wines to be a blend of equal parts of Tsantalis Rapsani Reserve 2000 three red wine grapes: Xinomavro, is distributed by Fantis Foods in Krassato and Stavroto. And Tsan- Carlstadt. It retails for about $24. talis aged the wine for at least one year in oak barrels, as Rapsani The Star-Ledger published the wines require for the Reserve des- above on January 25. The original ignation. headline is, “A GLASS OF WINE: During my Greek wine trip, Xi- Ancient Greece Goes Modern.”

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© îï ôö 5515 NORTH NORTHWEST HIGHWAY, Chicago, IL 60630 Residential Orders: www.naturalfoodimports.com Business Orders: www.johnsimportfoodsinc.com Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] FEBRUARY 25, 2006 THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 COMMUNITY 3 GOINGS ON... Patriarch Praises Southampton Parish Pastor February 18 ary 22: “The Orthodox Perspective “AHEPA District #13 goes Broad- on Non-Violence” with Rev. Dr. Continued from page 1 way,” a fundraiser to benefit the Stephanopoulos, Dean of the Arch- Hellenic Museum and Cultural diocesan Cathedral of The Holy Alexander Karloutsos, a Patriar- Center in Chicago is held at the Trinity. March 1: “A World at War chal advisor, who expressed his Chicago Yacht Club, 400 E. Mon- Today, and Christian Attempts at great joy over the Patriarch's visit. roe. Food, wine, entertainment and Peacemaking” with Dr. Antonios FLOWERS, SMILES show tunes included in $75 dona- Kireopoulos, National Council of AND PURE EYES tion. RSVP-George Pantazelos, Churches U.S.A. Both lectures at 7 During his address to the Dor- (312) 960-9500. pm at the Cathedral Center, 337 mition community, the Patriarch East 74th Street in Manhattan. Re- said he was especially glad that he February 18 freshments will be offered. Dona- was afforded the opportunity to The “Kritiki Filoxenia” Annual tion $5, to help defray expenses- bless the community's children, Dance is held at the Holy Trinity Dean Sirigos, csirigos100@hot- “who welcomed me with flowers, Community Hall, 1641 Richomond mail.com or www.cathedralfellow- smiles and their beautiful, pure Ave in Staten Island, NY; at 7 pm. ship.org or (212) 288 3215. eyes.” Traditional instruments “organa” He also said that Father Kar- from Crete and superb foods and February 23 loutsos “has offered, and contin- wines. The American Hellenic Institute ues to offer, a great deal to our hosts a Meet and Greet Noon Fo- Church here in America, as well as February 18-25 rum with Joseph Parente, Greek to the Ecumenical Patriarchate.” The Hellenic Museum and Cultural Desk Officer at the Department of The Patriarch said he had al- Center at 801 W. Adams St. 4th State, at the Hellenic House, 1220 ready enjoyed the opportunity to Floor, in Chicago, IL presents “The 16th Street, NW Washington, DC; discuss a variety of issues pertain- Eruption of Thera: Opening the 12-1 pm. Light refreshments served. ing to the Church's public rela- Door to Myth,” an exhibition on the RSVP by February 21-(202) 785- tions and other matters of concern prehistoric city of Akrotiri on 8430 or [email protected]. with Father Karloutsos. Thera/Santorini in Greece, which “Today, I want to praise the PHOTOS: TNH/COSTAS BEJ was buried under volcanic ash in February 25 work of your pastor,” the Patriarch ABOVE: His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew receives a warm welcome by students and 1650 B.C. The exhibition tells the The Hellenic Society Prometheas said. “Your community as the members of the Kimisis Tis Theotokou (Dormition of the Virgin Mary) Church in Southampton this past story of this and other recorded geo- hosts its Annual Masquerade Ball at Archbishop of America has said, Tuesday. The Patriarch passed through New York after completing his visit to Central America before logical cataclysms. Museum hours: the Doubletree Hotel, Plaza Ball- was a small community, but has heading back to Constantinople. BELOW: The Patriarch offers a set of ecclesiastical candleholders to Rev. Tues.-Fri. 10 am-4 pm; Saturday 11 room, 1750 Rockville Pike, been enlarged in both size, value Alexander Karloutsos, church pastor, as a gift to the Long Island parish. am-4 pm. Free to HMCC Mem- Rockville MD; 7 pm-12:30 am. and clout by Father Karloutsos bers; $5 non-Members. Special fees Cocktails at 7; dinner at 8:30. Live who, along with his presvytera and may apply to programs. Group Music by Achilleas Band and Dis- his collaborators, and all of you, tours available with advance regis- cotheque International. Compli- has turned it into a bustling and tration-(312) 655-1234 or www.hel- mentary indoor parking. Awards for thriving community, which now lenicmuseum.org. best costume; raffle. Tickets, $65 per wants to build a new temple.” person, includes dinner; $25 dance The Patriarch said he had al- February 18-26 only (after 10 pm). Tickets paid in ready conveyed his wishes for the Warehouse Theatre Galleries at advance-Voula Tavoulareas (703) successful construction of the new 1017-7th Street, NW, Washington, 757-9588, Costas Doultsinos (301) facility to the community's parish DC hosts an exhibit of paintings by 251-9347. council, and said he hoped that Mahy Dimitriou Polymeropoulos- any obstacles to the completion of (202) 783-3933. February 28 the project would be overcome. The Southeast Europe Project and He also made reference to the February 18-March 2 the East European Studies Pro- Kimisis tis Theotokou Church “The Kingdoms of Alexander the gram, hosts a Roundtable Discus- which existed in the village of the Great,” a slide-illustrated course of sion on “Breaking Ranks: Andreas late Archbishop Iakovos “of 6 sessions is hosted by the Smithso- Papandreou, American Liberalism, blessed memory,” on the island of nian Resident Associate Program at and Neo-Conservatism” with Pro- Imvros in present-day Turkey, the S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 fessors Stan Draenos and Stanley where the Patriarch was also born. Jefferson Drive, S.W. in Washing- Seeger, Visiting Fellows at the Hel- The Patriarch concluded his re- ton, DC; all sessions at 7 pm. Cours- lenic Studies Program at Princeton marks by asking for the congrega- es examine archaeological findings University. At the Woodrow Wilson tion's prayers for the wellbeing from the Hellenistic world that re- International Center for Scholars, and security of the Ecumenical Pa- veal the interplay between Greek 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue Wash- triarchate. and non-Greek cultures, following ington, DC; 5th floor conference He then presented the parish Alexander's invasion of the Persian room; 10:30-11:30 am. RSVP- with two candlesticks for its holy Greek children of the island of The speeches were followed Gaztzis. The cantors chanted the Empire. General admission $129; [email protected]. Info- altar, and passed out small crosses Imvros in the past, she noted, and with chanting by a choir of cantors “Axion Esti” and other hymns. RAP members $84; senior members www.wilsoncenter.org/sep. to the community's children. said that work for the Southamp- including Protopsaltis (Chief Can- The Patriarch declined to make $76-http://residentassociates.org/ Community President James ton community's children and tor) Andrew Tsigas, George Geor- a statement to the Herald, saying com/alexander.asp. February 18-May 6 Hatzistavrou welcomed the Patri- youth has intensified under giades, Peter Eleftheriou, Michael he was in a hurry to catch his The Alexander S. Onassis Public arch and asked for His All Holi- “Father Alex's leadership.” Sklarides and Constantine plane. February 19 Benefit Foundation hosts “From ness' prayers and blessings for the The Cathedral Fellowship Movie Byzantium to Modern Greece: Hel- community, and said that the Club hosts a screening of “The Sim- lenic Art in Adversity, 1453-1830,” Greek American community is on ple Life of Noah Dearborn,” a film an exhibition of treasures from the the Patriarch's side and went onto starring Sidney Poitier and Mary- Benaki Museum in Athens, which present him with a $1,000 check on Louise Parker, at the Greek Ortho- examines the evolution of Hellenic behalf of the community. “I always dox Archdiocesan Cathedral of the art during four centuries of Vene- have the Patriarch in my prayers,” Holy Trinity, 337 East 74th Street, in tian and Ottoman occupation. At Mr. Hatzistavrou told the National Manhattan. Film tells the story of an the Onassis Cultural Center, Herald afterwards, adding that he elderly carpenter, whose compas- Olympic Tower, 645 Fifth Avenue was especially moved by the visit. sion shows that an uncomplicated in Manhattan. Features 137 works, Community Philoptochos Pres- life may the best kind to live. Discus- including icons, paintings, wood- ident Eleni Mets said she would al- sion, ice cream follow. Donation $2, carving and embroidery. Mon.-Sat. ways remember the visit and pre- to help defray expenses-Doyin Teri- 10 am-6 pm. Admission free-(212) sented the Patriarch with a $500 ba, [email protected] 486-8314 or www.onassisusa.org. check on behalf of the parish or www.cathedralfellowship.org. Philoptochos for the poor and un- March 2 der-privileged in Constantinople. February 21, 26 The Society for the Preservation of “We thank God for having given A reading of “Austin Lunch” by the Greek Heritage hosts a lecture us the chance to see him and hear Connie Constant, featuring the au- on “The Intangible Motives of In- him today,” she told the Herald. thor, is held on February 21 at the ternational Conflict: Cleopatra's Community Parent/Teachers General Purpose Room, Holy Nose and the Shadow of Helen” Association President Maria Vla- Apostles Greek Orthodox Church, with Dr. Athanasios Moulakis. In- hadamis also presented a donation 2501 South Wolf Road, Westch- troduction by Christine Sarbanes. of $500 to the Patriarch on behalf ester, IL at 7 pm; and on February At the Carnegie Endowment for In- of the parish PTA for the Ortho- 26 at the Greek Club of Berwyn, ternational Peace, 1779 Mas- dox children of Constantinople. Berwyn, IL at 2 pm. Book is set in sachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, “His visit here is a great hon- Chicago during the Depression Era- DC (just east of Dupont Circle). or,” she told the Herald. “My son http://www.greeceinprint.com or Free parking available after 6:30 Stefanos was among the children amazon.com or borders.com or bar- p.m. and in the PNC Bank (old Rig- who welcomed him today, and that nesandnoble.com gs Bank); 5$ parking at Dupont Cir- gives me great joy,” adding that cle. SPGH members: $12, non- she and other members of the February 22, March 1 members: $15; students free-RSVP community were greatly moved by The Cathedral Fellowship hosts its by February 28 by calling SPGH at the Patriarch's decision to visit Annual Lecture Series centering on (202) 363-4337 or e-mailing clas- their parish. The PTA has donated themes of “War and Peace.” Febru- [email protected]. funds to the Patriarchate for the

Hellenic Museum Searching for Items to Exhibit

The Hellenic Museum & Cultur- which is slated to become the coun- itage - with the immigrants, heroes al Center in Chicago has called on try's largest Museum & Cultural and all those to whom we must pass the Greek American community to Center dedicated to Greek her- the torch,” the Museum's an- help it gather Greek immigrant itage. nouncement concluded. memorabilia for its growing collec- Some examples of the Hellenic tion. In a public announcement, the Museum's current needs are vin- The Hellenic Museum & Cul- Museum stated that it is looking to tage 1920's-1930's furniture, such as tural Center is a not-for-profit or- obtain furniture, photographs, dining room tables and chairs, china ganization, currently located at books, clothing, household goods, cabinets, credenzas, armoires and 801 West Adams Street in Chicago, awards “and much more.” light fixtures (including hanging Illinois on the 4th floor of the The items should reflect “the ex- chandeliers), as well as old pho- Greek Islands Restaurant build- pression of our shared Greek tographs depicting Greek immi- ing. Its mission is to be the coun- American heritage in home, school, grant men and women at work, or try's foremost center of Hellenic business, medicine, education, law, immigrant Greek families upon history, culture and the arts where military, etc.” their arrival to America or to their the public can explore the legacy of The items may be donated or ex- city destination. the Greek immigrant experience in hibited on a temporary loan basis. Objects from various trades, in- America and examine the influ- The Museum said it hopes to use dustries and professions, which ences of Hellenic culture and peo- some of them in its current location Greeks pursued and established ple from antiquity to the present. to expand its exhibition, “Remem- during the early immigrant years, To inquire about donating objects, bering Generations: The Greek Im- are also welcome. call 312-655-1234 or fax your infor- migrants' Journey.” Any items ob- “By honoring the past genera- mation to 312-655-1221. For more tained may also be exhibited in the tions and investing in our future information about the Museum Museum's future, permanent home generations, we have a contract visit the web at www.hellenicmuse- in Chicago's Greektown, a building with America and our Greek her- um.org. 4 PEOPLE THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 Lowell Parish Breaks 82-Year Tradition with 1st Woman President

By Theodore Kalmoukos cially to Margo, who is a very dedi- of different things this year - maybe Special to The National Herald cated person with a strong faith in run a few blood drives, and do a Christ and His Church,” Mr. Zar- blood screening as a service to the BOSTON - Margo Ziogas- alides said. parishioners,” she said. DiBenedetto, a young and dynam- The Transfiguration Church “I want to do a few different ic Greek-American woman, has counts more than 500 families things - go back to God, Jesus and managed to break the 82-year among its members today. Church, and not only focus on male-dominated tradition of the Mrs. Ziogas-DiBenedetto is a fundraising. In other words, to try Transfiguration Greek Orthodox second generation American of to give a more spiritual, theological parish in Lowell, Massachusetts. Greek descent. Her parents were dimension, and I think we have a A few weeks ago, she was born here, and her grandparents, great resource, in Father Chris elected president of the Transfig- among Lowell's pioneering immi- (Foustoukos), and he is also look- uration parish council. All the rest grant Greek community, came ing forward to focusing on that as- of the council members are men. from Kastraki in Kalambaka and pect, as well,” she said. “I am very honored and very Peloponnesos. The parish council will work excited, and I foresee a good year. I “John Zaralides is my friend. more closely with the parish anticipate achieving a few things He was a very good president. He Philoptochos for philanthropic during the first year,” she told the cares very deeply about the church, causes, Mrs. DiBenedetto added. National Herald, chuckling at and so I hope to take some of it “We have our Philoptochos, questions about what she is going with me and build on that because which is a very strong group within to do among 12 men, and how she I also care deeply about the the church, and they do several feels about being the only woman. church,” she said, adding that she things. One of the things is their “I have no problem with it has some ideas as to how to contin- monthly ministry to the House of whatsoever. The group of men I'm ue the Transfiguration parish's no- Hope. Once a month, we cook and working with is wonderful. They're ble traditions and community min- serve meals for the guests at the all really great people,” she said. istry, and that she hopes focus on House of Hope. I just want to build Married and the mother of a 12- the spiritual side of parish life. on that, but also to do something year-old boy, Mrs. Ziogas- “I like to get more people in- different that we haven't done be- DiBenedetto succeeded John Zar- volved in activities within the fore - and hopefully attract more alides who, after five terms as church because, sometimes, it's the parishioners. I received a call from Margo Ziogas-DiBenedetto, left, is the newly elected president of the Transfiguration Church Parish Coun- council president, decided not to same people who are doing certain a parishioner who has not been to cil, which broke an 82-year-old tradition of male administration at the parish, with John Zaralides, past run this year again. things. One of the things we'd like church for a year or so for various president. “It was time to give a change to to do is to form a separate out- reasons, and she said she was so other people to serve, and espe- reach committee and do a couple glad when she saw my picture that a woman was in, and that I was fo- Mrs. Ziogas-DiBenedetto said mention it to people all the time. cusing on doing other things be- she is confident the parish is I'm very proud of my heritage, and sides fundraising, and told me she moving in the right direction, but I think my parents instilled that in was thinking of coming back and that more people need to get in- me,” she added. getting more active,” she said. volved: “We have a wonderful She also said that the Church in She also said she hopes to find priest, a good Philoptochos and a America should preserve use of ways to streamline the church strong Men's Guild, but my dream the Greek language in its liturgical mortgage and make it less of a bur- is to get more of the parish in- life. den on the parish. The mortgage volved in the outreach programs - “We should keep it. It gives me from the Transfiguration parish's get more people working in the a certain feeling of comfort and newly constructed community cen- church and help them get a certain mysticism. I'm used to it, I admit, ter is $699 thousand. joy out of doing something for the but there are certain words the “Financially, we have a mort- church. The main reason for com- priest says, and I'm saying them gage, and every mortgage is high ing to the church is to find comfort right with him. I like the fact that for any church to have because it here and a safe haven,” she said. we do our services half Greek and drains resources from other pro- “I am a person who likes to get half English. I've read the English grams that we could have. Is ours involved, and I feel that I can con- translation so many times, and I higher than other churches? I don't tribute something. I can't imagine sing in the choir, so I know what is know,” she said. myself without the Church, going on. I don't want to see Greek Asked if the $100,000 thousand without that Sunday. I always look- go, and I want my son to hear the received recently by the Demoulas ing forward to Sundays,” she Greek, too. Even though he Foundation would be used toward added. doesn't understand it, I want him the mortgage, Mrs. Ziogas- Asked whether she thought the to get the flavor of it. I understand DiBenedetto said the parish coun- Greek Orthodox Church would be that the Church has to accommo- cil hasn't has an opportunity to ful- able to survive as a Church in date for cultural conditions, but I ly evaluate how that particular con- America, or whether, due to don't want to abandon the use of tribution would be earmarked. changing demographics, America's Greek in our worship,” she said. “We don't know yet. We Greek orthodox community has an When asked whether divorced haven't decided how much of that expiration date, Mrs. Ziogas- or widowed priests should be per- will go towards the mortgage,” she DiBenedetto was quick to reply. mitted to remarry, or whether said. “I'm not afraid of the mort- “I don't think we're going to marriage should be permitted for gage. Everyone knows we have a expire. The parishioners don't live bishops, she said, “I don't see why mortgage. I'm going to rely on my around the church anymore, but I not. Since our God is a forgiving faith that people will give to the don't see an expiration date for the God, why not allow someone get church, and eventually, the mort- Church,” she said. married again? And if marriage The Transfiguration Church of Lowell, Massachusetts is considered to be one of the most prestigious church- gage will be paid up, so I don't wor- “I feel very good about my makes a (potential) bishop a hap- es in New England, with unique and exclusive mosaic icons and a newly constructed community center. ry about that,” she added. Greek American identity, and I pier person, why not?” Rep. Joe Crowley Receives Chian Federation’s 28th Homeric Award

By Stratos Boudouridis award, a 30-pound bronze bust of Congress, a successful solution of sues that are of concern to the ma- Special to The National Herald Homer's. “My bonds with the the Cyprus issue has been, and jority of his ethnic constituents,” Greek American community of continues to be, one of my main Mr. Doulis said, adding that the NEW YORK - Congressman Queens are very strong, and have priorities. I hope that the current honoree had recently defied politi- Joseph Crowley (D-New York) been since my childhood years,” administration will increase its ac- cal pressure and visited the Greek was presented with the Chian Fed- he said. tivities regarding the issue which, part of Cyprus, refusing to cross eration's 28th Homeric Award on Rep. Crowley said he has been unfortunately, has not been the over to the Turkish-occupied area January 28 during the annual din- fighting for Greek national issues case up to now,” he said. of the divided island republic. ner hosted at the Federation's since he was first elected to the Rep. Crawley had earlier ex- The Homeric Award was first Cultural Center in Astoria. U.S. Congress. He said he is par- pressed his conviction that the cur- established in 1977. Past honorees “I am greatly honored,” the ticularly sensitive to the Cyprus re- rent state of United States-Greece include former President of the Congressman told the National unification issue. relations is a positive during a Hellenic Republic (the late) Con- Herald at the event, holding his “Ever since my first moment in press conference held prior to the stantine Karamanlis; former U.S. event. President Jimmy Carter; former The Homeric Award is be- Clinton advisor George stowed to individuals who have Stephanopoulos; the late Arch- demonstrated an advocacy for hu- bishop Iakovos; U.S. Senator Paul man rights, the rule of law and Sarbanes of Maryland and Con- democracy, and have also worked gressman Mike Bilirakis of Flori- towards the strengthening of U.S.- da; and Congresswoman Carolyn Greece relations. Maloney of New York, who at- Chian Federation President tended the Chian Federation's Alexandros Doulis said that the event in honor of Rep. Crowley. selection of an honoree is made Dr. John Brademas, president through a standard procedure. emeritus of New York University, “We select three candidates State Assemblymen Mike Gianaris and refers them to a committee, (D-Astoria) and Matthew Mirones which consists of 28 members from (R-Staten Island), Consuls of various Chian societies. The latter Greece and Cyprus in New York, group makes the final decision,” Catherine Boura and Martha he said. Mavrommati, respectively, also at- TNH/COSTAS BEJ Mr. Doulis said Rep. Crowley tended. Democratic Congressman Joseph Crowley of New York, left, is presen- has been a staunch supporter of CROWLEY'S RECORD ted with this year's Homeric Award by the Chian Federation President human rights and a “great Phil- REP. Crowley was elected to Alexandros Doulis. The Federation honored the Congressman for ad- Hellene” who has promoted and the House of Representatives to vocating human rights, and for promoting U.S.-Greece relations. voted for issues of concern to his represent the New York's 7th Greek American constituents. Congressional District in Novem- Queens. In January 2003, he was record for advocating anti-terror- “Congressman Crowley has an ber of 1998. The district is one of elected to serve as Deputy Whip, ism legislation and measures. exceptional record of activities the most diverse and multi-ethnic making him the highest-ranking In October 2001, Rep. Crowley that promote issues of concern to constituencies in the country, and House Member from New York in authored the legislation for the Greece, as well as various social is- includes parts of the Bronx and the House Democratic Leader- Medal of Valor for America's ship. He serves on the House Heroes Act, which was passed Committees on Financial Services unanimously by both the House and International Relations. He is and Senate. The legislation calls also a member of the House Hel- for the Public Safety Officer book Ø worm. - noun lenic Caucus. Medal of Valor to be awarded to 1. One who spends much time reading or studying. 2. Any of various insects, especially booklice and silverfish, that During his first four years in rescue workers who perished while infest books and feed on the paste in the bindings. Congress, Rep. Crowley earned a responding to the September 11 Source: The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition reputation as a fighter for working terrorist attacks. In 2002, he issued families in his district. He has also a report to the White House rec- The National Herald Bookstore helped secure critical funding to ommending a wide range of (718) 784-5255 help lower class sizes in public Homeland Security initiatives and [email protected] schools and expand healthcare anti-terrorism funding for the City programs. And he has a solid of New York. THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 FEATURE 5

PHOTOS: TNH/COSTAS BEJ LEFT: A model sports one of Joanna Mastroianni's seasonal designs down the runway. CENTER: Joanna Mastroianni, originally from the is- land of Nisyros, is shown wearing one of her signature fur hats after last week's fashion show in Manhattan's Bryant Park, receiving complimen- ts from fans and interviewing with publicists. RIGHT: Elegance and style are reflected not only in the designer's work, but also in the faces of at- tending fans and clients. Mastroianni’s Spring 2006 Collection has Imperial Russia’s Glamour

Continued from page 1 possible,” she said. ni's elongated looks are intricately Since then, that dress has been only one presented with a special stitute of Technology in New What was special and unique cut in fabulous fabrics like soft featured in five other movies, in- theme. Her last collection was in- York, the designer attributes her al Herald, the Greek American about her show last week was the wool, silk, satin, translucent chif- cluding its appearance on Melanie fluenced by the white, blue and early interest in fashion to one of designer said, “The Fall collection romantic ambiance and feminine fon and organza, brocade and taf- Griffith in “Bonfire of the Vani- turquoise of the Mediterranean, her six godmothers, who let little stems from an imaginary journey impression her designs conveyed, feta. ties.” rendering light and brightness to Joanna play with her professional to Russia when it was influenced highlighting floor-length, full- “I love luxurious fabrics, great Regarding the target market her designs. scissors and fabrics, thus allowing by the Far East.” skirted evening gowns in regal cuts, color, accessories and shapes for her designs, Mastroianni told “Each season, I prepare my col- her to explore her fantasies and There are clearly elements and golds and daring reds; straight, so- that make timeless and special the Herald, “It's not about a par- lection based on a different imagination and develop a love for touches - e.g., fur hats, huge fur phisticated ivories and blacks; em- pieces,” she explained. “This has ticular age group or a certain cate- theme,” she said. the creative, yet competitive, collars and other trimmings, rich bellished tunics; elegantly beaded been consistent to my philosophy gory. These designs are made for Mastroianni also said she loves world of fashion, in which Mas- embroidery - which are reminis- cocktail dresses; roomy satin or that underlines all my collections.” women who share a passion to col- what she does: “I feel blessed for troianni has steadily built a dy- cent of oriental kimonos incorpo- soft wool pants; strapless bodices, Mastroianni's couture-quality lect ageless and timeless pieces. what I do every day because it's namic and successful career since rated in Mastroianni's Russian plummeted décolletages; and sexy fashion shows up on stars who It's about an attitude similar to what I love. It's fun and it gives me 1986. dream, almost as if exotic silhou- V-backs. walk the red carpet like Natasha that which we have when we col- great satisfaction.” She is now the founder and sole ettes suddenly stepped in from the There was vivid color contrast Richardson, Jane Seymour, lect unique pieces of jewelry.” Joanna Mastroianni, born on owner of a company bearing her steppes. and touches of jeweled accessories Sharon Stone and Cristina Ritsi. As to what seems to be selling the island of Nisyros in the Dode- name, which was established in What triggered her latest inspi- on the basic black or white gown, Mastroianni became famous most this season, she said, “De- canese, came to New York when 1996. Mastroianni's couture de- ration? dress or separates. when Michelle Pfeiffer wore a pending on what part of the world she was nine years of age. “I have signs can be found in many spe- “It started with the detailing of A flavor of glamour was evident dress from her first collection, a the order comes from, we see dif- wonderful and fond memories cialty stores across the country and the Faberge egg as I was research- in the elaborate embroideries and sexy black matte-jersey cocktail ferent needs. This year, women from my early years in Greece, and in upscale department stores like ing its intriguing craftsmanship, beadings, placed in imaginative dress with sheer illusion, in the seem to be more interested in I feel proud and privileged for my Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth and it became important to really and strategic spots on the garmen- 1988 film, “Tequila Sunrise,” in evening gowns and cocktail dress- Greek heritage, which is part of Avenue or Neiman Marcus, and bring it into the moment - to make ts. With clean lines and a distinct which she co-stared with Mel Gib- es, as well as some separates.” who I am,” she told the Herald. they range from approximately it special and as contemporary as architectural structure, Mastroian- son, Kirk Douglas and Raul Julia. Her Fall collection is not the A graduate of the Fashion In- $1,000 to $7,000 per piece.

Gaultier’s New Collection Greek-Inspired PARIS - For the achingly fash- "foustanellas" (wide tulle skirts), as appearance of the guest of honor. ionable women attending Paris well as a few bubble dresses sliced Madonna, a close friend of Couture week, one show in partic- vertically into super-thin layers Gaultier since she donned one of ular stood out as being memo- which moved from side to side. his conical bras almost 20 years rable: Jean Paul Gaultier, the cre- Beads were used in abundance. ago, had a prime front-row seat re- ative director of Hermes Paris, un- Multi-colored seed beads form served for the event, although in veiled his new Spring collection, a mosaic patterns over the hip yoke typically diva style, she kept the sumptuous Greek-inspired affair of a micro-mini olive green organ- audience waiting for over an hour which left the audience gasping in za skirt. before sweeping in. But accompa- admiration. Gold beads define the bra of a nying the 47-year-old's entrance Pop icon Madonna arrived late, pale green satin dress trimmed were whispers that the pop star holding up the show on January with more beads over the hips. and middle-aged mom was dis- 25. Once everyone had stopped Bare midriffs were encased with playing all the signs of a woman stargazing and finally settled beads streaming from the base of who has pushed her face and body down, however, couture's bad boy the top to the hips. too far. took his fashion mavens on a trip Aside from all the exotic novel- Dressed from head to toe in to Athens and Crete. ties on Gaultier's runway, the col- black, Madonna looked painfully As to be expected, the collec- lection had his signature pieces, a thin. She also seemed to have the tion is a sumptuous rendition of soft corset with ruffles around the beginnings of a receding hairline. folkloric costume: harem pants, seaming and a good portion of tunics, military jackets and tights - perfectly tailored jackets shown in The above incorporates infor- all updated for modern tastes. bolero and blazer length. mation from reports published by There were varied silhouettes, When the show was over, the the Associated Press and the Dai- from skinny, flat, pin-pleated subject on everyone's lips wasn't ly Express on January 25 and 28, dresses to super-wide military the clothing - it was the haggard respectively.

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PANAMA CITY (AP) - The headquarters in Constantinople influence," he said. spiritual leader of the world's 250 (present-day Istanbul). Rifts between the two ancient million Orthodox Christians called Bartholomew's visit is the first branches of Christianity began as for closer ties with Roman ever made by an Orthodox Chris- early as the Fifth Century over the Catholics and other Christian de- tian supreme leader to Mexico, the rising influence of the Papacy, and nominations, even if that "appears nation with the second largest later over wording of the Creed, or utopian." number of Roman Catholics in the confession of faith. The split was Ecumenical Patriarch world after Brazil. Bartholomew sealed in 1054, by which time the Bartholomew of Constantinople also met with Mexican President Roman Church had reinserted the began his six-day visit to Central Vicente Fox and members of filioque clause. America by meeting with leaders Mexico's 20,000-strong Orthodox Five years ago, the last official of the Roman Catholic Church on Christian community. talks between two Churches broke February 6, the day the Orthodox "I came as a messenger of love off without an agreement on theo- commemorate the memory of and peace," the Patriarch said. logical issues which have divided Photios the Great, the Ninth Cen- IRREVERSIBLE them for almost 1,000 years. The tury patriarch (and saint in the Or- COMMITMENT interruption of dialogue then was thodox Church) who persuaded Both Bartholomew and the cur- due to Greek Catholic, or Byzan- the Western Church to remove the rent Pope appear deeply com- tine rite, churches in Eastern Eu- filioque clause from the Creed, so mitted to bridging the rift between rope, which the Orthodox refer to that a common statement of faith their estranged churches and help- as Uniate churches (churches could then continue to be shared. ing to unite two of the largest which practice Orthodox ob- "We have to progress toward a branches of Christianity. servances and adhere to Orthodox greater closeness between the "The commitment of the traditions, but which recognize the churches, leaving aside vanity and Catholic Church to the search for Pope's authority). pride," he said at the meeting in a Christian unity is irreversible," the The late Pope John Paul II was Panama City cathedral, which also Pope said last June. Officials in praised by Greek religious and po- was attended by Methodist and both churches say that they need litical leaders for his efforts to ease Evangelical Christian leaders. to present a united front. the division between the Eastern "I ask and pray that we perse- "It is very important that the and Western Churches. John Paul vere in achieving something that AP PHOTO/EDUARDO VERDUGO Church unites to make a truly spir- visited Greece in 2001, the first appears utopian," he said. His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople, left, and Mexico's Cardinal Nor- itual bloc against globalization and pope to do so in nearly 1,300 years, Catholic Archbishop Jose Di- berto Rivera during services at the Basilica Guadalupe in Mexico City, Mexico last Saturday, February 11. de-Christianization," said Mijael meeting with Archbishop mas said, "In Panama, we has Garcia, a visiting Orthodox priest Christodoulos of Athens, who pre- found a sister church, open to love Bartholomew said he is eager this page). the Pope in November. from Bogota, Colombia. sides over the Church of Greece. and brotherhood," adding that "we to meet with Pope Benedict XVI On February 8, Bartholomew The Patriarch told reporters Mexican theology professor have to achieve unity." this coming Fall in an effort to heal met with Roman Catholic bishops that he will "most probably" meet Carlos Mendoza said there are ob- The above incorporates infor- The Ecumenical Patriarch also the longstanding divide between in Mexico City, working to build with the Pontiff during the feast day stacles to unity, however. "Rome mation from reports posted by visited a children's hospital and the Roman Catholic and Ortho- ties with the Catholic world ahead of Saint Andrew the Apostle on and Constantinople jealously the Associated Press on February the Panama Canal during his stay. dox Churches (see related story, of the prospective meeting with November 30, at Bartholomew's guard their territories and zones of 6 and February 8. Pope Accepts Turkey's Invitation to Visit Constantinople in the Fall

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Turkey, with a population of Resurrection of Christ. "I share the pain of the entire "We strongly condemn this inci- including the Ecumenical Patri- The Pope formally accepted about 72 million, is overwhelmingly As Constantinople, the city Church of Rome for the grave loss dent. We believe it is the work of arch, have also condemned the Turkey's invitation to visit the pre- Muslim and has a Christian pop- served as the center of Eastern of such an esteemed and conscien- one individual. His motive should cartoons, which were first pub- dominantly Muslim country which ulation of around 60,000. Christianity for centuries until it tious priest," Benedict said in a become clear in due course," For- lished in a Danish newspaper. Eu- wants to become part of Europe, The Pope's prospective visit to fell to the Turks in 1453, becoming statement. "I hope that his spilt eign Minister Abdullah Gul told re- ropean leaders have done the the Vatican announced on Febru- Turkey is viewed as a major step in turn the capital of the Ottoman blood becomes a seed of hope to porters. same. ary 9. The trip is scheduled to take forward in relations between the Empire. build an authentic brotherhood be- Prime Minister Recep Tayyip "If mocking religious feelings is place on November 28-30. Western Church and global Ortho- The E.U. has not commented tween people." Erdogan twinned the shooting with an act of gross irresponsibility, fa- The Vatican said the details of doxy, however. on the Papal visit or the controver- A Vatican Embassy spokesman the anger rocking the Muslim natical violence against symbols the trip would still have to be The late Pope John Paul II sy surrounding it, but in its latest in Ankara quoted witnesses as world over cartoons published in and people is also blasphemous," worked out, leaving open the possi- visited Constantinople in 1979, a progress report, it urged Turkey to saying the gunman, believed to be Denmark and reprinted in other Italian Prime Minister Silvio bility that Pope Benedict XVI year after his election. Benedict, expand freedoms for non-Muslim 16-17 years old, shouted "Allah Ak- European newspapers caricaturing Berlusconi said in a statement. "It is might visit other places besides who was elected in April 2005, had religious minorities. bar" (Arabic for "God is greatest," a Islam's Prophet, saying both could precisely the wish not to give into Constantinople (present-day Istan- been invited to visit at the end of The trip will also take on added common Muslim chant) as he shot be seen as examples of intolerance. intolerance that means we will con- bul). this past November by Ecumenical significance because of the killing Santoro, a 61-year-old Italian, "The shooting is extremely re- tinue to work to keep open the dia- The Pope had hoped to be able Patriarch Bartholomew, but of Father Andrea Santoro, an while he was praying in his church. grettable, especially after the re- logue between religions, and be- to visit Turkey about three months Ankara was uneasy about having Italian priest who was shot dead Turkish security forces detained cent developments in Denmark," tween civilizations, to isolate and ago, but the Turkish Government the pontiff visit Turkey so soon. while praying in his church in Tre- a high school student on February 7 NTV commercial television quoted defeat violence and those who failed to invite him because of lin- The Pope is expected to be in bizond (present-day Trabzon) on in connection with the killing, Erdogan as saying. "Above all, preach it," he added. gering suspicions over comments he Constantinople for the feast day of Turkey's Black Sea coast on Febru- which the Turkish Government nothing about entering a place of made before he was elected, in Saint Andrew the First-Called on ary 5. condemned. worship to kill a priest is accept- The above incorporates infor- which he questioned Turkey's cre- November 30, which is of special The Pope paid tribute to San- Turkish leaders confirmed that able," he said. mation from reports posted by dentials to join the European importance to the Orthodox toro on February 8, and the Vati- the murder appeared to be the The Vatican has joined Muslim Reuters on February 9 (“Pope Ac- Union. As Cardinal Joseph Church. According to Christian can revealed that, in one of his last work of a lone gunman, but also countries, including Turkey, in con- cepts Invitation to Visit Turkey” Ratzinger, Benedict gave a con- tradition, the Apostle Andrew was letters, he invited the Pontiff to visit signaled fears of a possible link with demning the cartoons, saying free- by Philip Pullella) and February 6 troversial interview arguing that Eu- the first to preach Christianity in his tiny parish. The Pontiff ex- the rage sweeping the Muslim dom of speech did not mean free- (“Turkey Says Priest Probably rope's roots are Christian, and that a and around what Constantinople in pressed his sorrow over Santoro's world over cartoons ridiculing the dom to offend a person's religion. Killed by Lone Gunman” by Muslim country would not fit in. the years after the Crucifixion and death. Prophet Mohammed. Turkey's non-Muslim clergy, Gareth Jones). Archon Masterpolis Pledges $1 Million to St. Photios National Shrine

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - 150 attendees of the 24th Annual currently serves under Metropoli- Charles Masterpolis of Tybee Is- Saint Photios Pilgrimage Luncheon tan Isaiah of Denver, and who spe- land, Georgia pledged $1 million to their feet in applause. The pil- cializes in parish fundraising, was to the Saint Photios National grimage was held at the Casa Moni- retained in the autumn of 2005 to Shrine's Archbishop Iakovos En- ca Hotel in historic Saint Au- focus on building of the Fund. dowment & Enhancement Fund on gustine, Florida, on February 4-5. “More than 150,000 people pass February 5. Mr. Masterpolis is a The Very Rev. Nicholas T. through the Shrine's doors each member of the Order of Saint An- Graff, executive director of the year, so it's an institution we should drew - Archons of the Ecumenical Shrine, also announced several oth- never neglect,” he said. Patriarchate in Constantinople. er major donations to the Fund. “The Shrine is a self-supported In accepting the monumental Archon William & Regina Planes institution of the Greek Orthodox gift, Metropolitan Nicholas of De- of Florida, major benefactors of the Archdiocese of America, and is troit, representing His Eminence recent Patriarchal visit to Tarpon committed never to be a financial Archbishop Demetrios of America, Springs, gave $250,000. Tom & burden to our Archdiocese, or to asked Mr. Masterpolis, “How does Carolyn Pappas and Daniel & our beloved Archbishop it make you feel to give such a gen- Charlotte Randopoulos, both of Demetrios. As mature fiduciaries erous gift?” California, have collectively of this sacred trust, the responsible Mr. Masterpolis replied, “I only pledged over $80,000 to the Fund, route is to endow our Shrine with wish I had more to give.” This ex- to which more than $1.3 million has the means to sustain in perpetuity. pression of generosity and Chris- been donated or pledged. Following the example of Mr. Mas- tian humility, brought more than Rev. Constantine Zozos, who terpolis, Mr. Planes and other good stewards, we are well encouraged,” Father Graff said. As the Shrine anticipates its 25 Anniversary in 2007, the Board of Trustees has moved to honor its three most significant sources of PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE ST. PHOTIOS NATIONAL support and inspiration. In 2005, Charles Masterpolis presented a gift of $1 million to Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit for the benefit of the Shrine honored the National Saint Photios National Shrine. From left to right are Harry Cavalaris, the Very Rev. Nicholas Graff, Philoptochos Society. This year, it Metropolitan Nicholas, Mr. Masterpolis, Nicholas J. Furris and Rev. Constantine Zozos. was the Order of Saint Andrew. In 2007, the Shrine plans to Order of included a special presentation giv- Mactruque once again delighted who helped Father Graff present AHEPA. en to Archon Ted Johnson of Jack- the room with his masterful presen- reports on the Shrine's progress. Archons National Commander sonville, Florida who was the Char- tation, created especially for the oc- Archon Nicholas Furris and Mr. Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis was this ter President of the Saint Photios casion. Cavalaris reported on the progress year's keynote speaker. Dr. Lim- Foundation. Vice Admiral Michael The Annual Board of Trustees of the Enhancement Fund. Archon berakis offered an informative pre- Kalleres (U.S. Navy, retired) ac- Meeting was held on February 4. and Mrs. Emmanuel Tissura of sentation on the plight and struggle cepted the award on Mr. Johnson's The good and serious work of the Tucker, Georgia chaired the entire of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and behalf. Father Graff then presen- Shrine was presided by Metropoli- weekend event. presented the Shrine with a check ted the St. Photios Medal to Rose tan Nicholas, who represented “The Saint Photios National for $10, completing the Archon's Papanickolas of Peabody, Archbishop Demetrios, (chair- Shrine, which stands proudly in pledge to the Enhancement Fund. Massachusetts. man), His Eminence, Metropolitan honor and memory of the first St. Augustine Mayor George Musical presentations were giv- Alexios of Atlanta (president), and Greek settlers who came to Ameri- Gardner welcomed guests “to the en by the Douglas Anderson the Holy Eparchial Synod of the ca in 1768, also stands as a vigil light nation's oldest city” and presented School of the Arts Women's Church in America. The business before the icon of all our parents Dr. Limberakis with an official city Chorale, and by Charalambos meeting was presided over by Ar- and grandparents who sacrificed so of St. Augustine pin. Father Graff Pavlou, a seminarian at Hellenic chon Haralambos Cavalaris, 1st much for us all. It is a sacred in- Archons National Commander Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis with Mayor presented the Saint Photios Award College/Holy Cross Greek Ortho- vice president of the Shrine. Father stitution of our Holy Archdiocese; of St. Augustine, Florida George Gardner during the 24th annual pil- to Dr. Limberakis. dox School of Theology in Brook- Graff presented the new Associate it is our Plymouth Rock and our El- grimage at the Saint Photios National Shrine. Other highlights of the weekend line, Massachusetts. Visual Artist, Director, Polly Maouris-Hillier, lis Island,” Father Graff said. THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 FEATURE 7 Dream Come True: Woman Finds Sisters After 33 Years

Continued from page 1 Airways as a cleaning lady, and that's how she was eventually able ford to keep me. She had to give to fly to Chicago. All my life I me away,” Melissa said. “They all thought I would be happy just to lived in a very small house, with no have her picture. I have two pic- money. I had a sister, Maria, who tures now,” Melissa said. was 3 years old at the time, and a The following day, Melissa met brother, Vassilis.” Maria. “She was hesitant at first,” She said that a friend of her she recalled about meeting her adoptive parents, Bob Hill, who other sister. worked as a missionary in Greece, Stamatia told Melissa that she helped the Jacksons with trans- and Maria could be twins. lating and negotiations at hospital. Melissa said she is now “the The papers were signed expedi- happiest that I have ever been. I tiously, and Melissa became an have made peace with myself. adopted child. Now, I have a blood family,” she For the next two years, the said. Jacksons and their baby stayed in She is now embracing her the Athenian suburb of Glyfada. Greek heritage, which she missed They then moved to Duarte, Cali- out on all these years. She told the fornia where the little girl attend- Herald that she is now enrolled in ed a Christian School. College to become a police officer. She said her adopted parents She said she started working never concealed her adoption fulltime at the age of 16, and ne- from her. “They always told me glected her education. that I was special,” she recalled. “I moved out of the house when “They used to say I was a 'present I was 18, but unfortunately, I did- from Greece,' and made it sound n't go to college. I'm the general like a very special thing to be manager of a coffee house. I have Greek.” SISTERS REUNITED: (L-R) Maria, Melissa and Stamatia, pictured with their cousin Vivian (far right), met for the first time after 33 years. about 20 employees who work un- As she was growing up, howev- Their mother, Georgia Bouras passed away 28 years ago. der me,” she said. er, Melissa needed more specific Hellenism is now part of her answers. in order for her to be reunited with “She was living with her father, so 19.” Tragically, Vassilis also died the conditions my mother lived in; life and her education. She told the Herald that, during her biological family. she had no idea about me,” Melis- two years ago, at 43, from the same how poor she was; how much she “I am learning Greek with the her teenage years, she experienced “In October of 2005, Bob was in sa said. condition which afflicted his moth- loved me; and that she cried for a help of CD's and a computer pro- a great sense of anxiety about the the States on a trip. I went to him Stamatia was flown to the tele- er. long time after she gave me away. gram. I was going to enroll at fact that her biological parents had and said, 'I need to know who my vision station from Crete. “She “Stamatia and I talked about My mother worked for Olympic Greek school, but I can't because I given her away. “As a teenager, I mother is.' He had tears in his had never been on a plane and work 55 hours a week. But I'm also often felt that they gave me away eyes,” she recalled. came on the air without knowing listening to Greek music, and I re- because they didn't love me,” she By the end of the following the reason why,” Melissa said. ally love it, and I'm very interested explained. “In my early twenties, I month, Mr. Hill had returned to When Melissa showed up, her in learning about Orthodoxy. I developed a strong desire to meet Greece and had taken action. “He sister recognized one of her fea- want to learn everything about my my biological mother. On the oth- went to the Antennae television tures. “She kept saying I had her people and heritage,” Melissa er hand, I wasn't sure whether I network, which jumped on the sto- mother's eyes,” Melissa recalled. said. would be able to handle it ry immediately,” Melissa said. “I don't know any Greek, so I had She is having a hard time pro- emotionally,” she said. Melissa's friend, Risha, was al- no idea what was going on.” nouncing her sister Stamatia's “It's a great thing to be adopted so very encouraging. “She intro- I LOVE YOU, name, she added, and there are by somebody who wants you and duced me to Dina Giannikis, a I LOVE YOU even more names to learn now. “I loves you, but even if you have teller at Union Bank of California, Soon, however, both women met my first cousin, Vivi. She gave been loved and have had a good this past summer, who also took found out the truth about one an- me a gold pin that has been passed life as an adopted child, I think my papers to the Antennae pro- other. “We embraced each other, down in the family.” that you still experience a sense of gram, 'You Have a Letter.' ” kissed and hugged and cried, we Melissa now hopes to also lo- emptiness because you don't know By December 22, Melissa, just connected. She called me her cate her biological father. who brought you into this world,” along with her friend Risha, was 'baby,' and all we could say was 'I “I hope he reads the National she added. “Whose eyes do you on a plane to Greece for the first love you, I love you,' and held Herald. We all have different fa- have? Who do you look like?” time in her life. hands for hours.” thers, and that's what hurts. My After 33 years of wondering, The station had located a mem- It was then that Melissa found mother was married three times. she finally insisted on answers to ber of her biological family, her el- out the truth about her mother My biological father was consider- those questions three months ago. der sister Stamatia, who didn't and the rest of her family. ably older than my mother,” she Melissa went to seek assistance even know of her younger sister's “My mother passed away 28 said. from her adopted parents' old existence. Stamatia was ten years years ago in Chicago, Illinois from “But I want to meet him. All I friend, Mr. Hill, who once again old when Melissa was adopted, a heart attack. She was visiting my Melissa Jackson holding a picture of her biological mother, Georgia know is they called him by his nick- became an instrumental mediator and was not living with her mother brother Vassilis, who had immi- Bouras, whom she never met. Mrs. Jackson was adopted by an Ameri- name, 'old man.' I don't know his in helping her. But this time, it was at the time the new baby was born. grated to the United States at age can family when she was only five weeks old. real name yet.” Yannis Phokas: Juan de Fuca was Indisputably a Greek Navigator

Continued from page 1 back to Mexico and tried for un- from local documented sources on 1859 issue of Hutchings' carried Yannis Phokas/Valerianos was al- him. natural crimes as related by Fuca.” Phokas and his family. The infor- Taylor's conclusions based on so easy to understand. The ongoing Phokas, as Juan de Fuca, is also came history. Especially troubling for histori- mation York eventually sent con- these new sources. commercial relations between one of three Greeks for whom a It was not until 1788 that de Fu- ans was that, for well over 250 vinced Taylor that Juan de Fuca This new evidence reported that Spain and Italy during the late festival helps to celebrate his local- ca's Strait was once again located, years, the only account of Phokas' was not only an actual historical the Phokas family had fled Con- 1400's extended to the Ionian Is- ly perceived notoriety. In 1988, the this time by the English Captain, discovery remained Michael Lok's figure, but given his personal back- stantinople in 1453. Emmanuel lands. Abundant documentation Sausalito Arts Festival raised the John Meares of the ship Felice, be- “Relación del Viaje de Juan de ground, he was also more than Phokas settled in the valley of exists citing how the Ionian men 43,000-pound, 16x20-foot mosaic tween the 47th and 48th latitudes, Fuca y Descubrimiento del Estre- likely the kind of person capable of Elaion or Elios in the southwestern came to serve in the Spanish fleet tile mural by internationally recog- exactly where the old Greek said it cho de Anian.” In 1847, the histori- such a discovery. most tip of Cephalonia in 1470. as crewmembers, officers, and pi- nized Greek American artist Jean was to be found. But the controversy an, Robert Greenhow, republished In 1859, Taylor published a two- The village of Valeriano is in the lots. It was perfectly reasonable, Varda (1893-1971). As the center- was not destined to end until 1859. this narrative in the fourth edition part article on Phokas based on a center of this valley, and at the then, to assume that young Yannis piece of the Sausalito Arts Festival EVIDENCE AND of his history of California and combination of the materials York time York made his onsite investi- Phokas/Valerianos was one of lawn in the Artist Gallery area, CONTROVERSY Oregon, giving the original Span- sent him, as well as on an entirely gations, the home of Juan de Fuca, their number. Like other Greeks Varda's massive mosaic stands as For American historians, ish and the English translations of new reference source. The Yannis Phokas, was shown to him. before and after him, Phokas ad- an emblem of the festival, and as a Phokas and his voyage initially the correspondence between September 1859 issue of Hutch- All the numerous Phokas fami- vanced himself, eventually becom- tribute to one of Sausalito's more proved very problematic. While Phokas and Lok. This simple act ings' California Magazine carried lies in Cephalonia originally hail ing a pilot. He would have been colorful local artists. Over a million some admit his existence they dis- once again brought all the old con- Taylor's biography of Phokas from Emmanuel, who had four one of many Greeks who spent visitors from throughout the world pute certain points of Lok's nar- troversies to the fore. drawn from the manuscripts and sons, Stephanos, Emmanuel, Hec- their lives in the service of the have attended the Sausalito Art rative. Others considered Juan de In 1854, Alexander S. Taylor, a other materials York discovered in tor and Jacob, the father of Yannis. Spanish in the West Indies and Festival since its inception in 1952. Fuca to be imaginary person, while historian who specialized in the Cephalonia, and from the book, Jacob Phokas, because he was living Mexico. “Hi Jolly Days,” held each year on still others who, even if they ad- study of California and Oregon, “The Lives of Glorious Men of in the village of Valeriano, was After Taylor's account was pub- January 7 since the early 1960's, mitted to the existence of a person took an entirely new approach. Cephalonia,” written and pub- eventually given the name Phokas lished, the life, adventures and honors the life and legend of Philip with such a name, maintained that Taylor asked the American Consul lished in Venice in October 1843 Valerianos to distinguish him from even controversies of Juan de Fuca Tedro (1829-1902), one of the ear- he never discovered anything. in the Ionian Islands, A.S. York, to by Rev. Anthimos Mazarakis, him- other extended family on the island. became a standard feature in liest Greeks to set foot in the Doubts about Phokas and his try and find out anything he could self a Cephalonian. The October The Spanish connection to histories, encyclopedias, and Inter- American West. voyages rested on the fact that no net websites worldwide. The Juan de Fuca Festival of mention is made of him in any of ENDURING LOCAL FAME Arts is a “four-day festival, cele- the Spanish archives of that period. Greeks in the United States en- brated every Memorial Day week- Yet so detailed and graphic was his joy local associations and fame, end, (which) features over 125 per- account, specific internal evidence just as they do in the Balkans and formances of music, dance and always supported his claims. the eastern Mediterranean. That theater from around the world, in- For example, Phokas claimed notable Greeks in North America cluding musical workshops, a the entranceway to the great inlet would also be publicly recognized street fair, public art and special between 47° and 48° Latitude was and their accomplishments regaled activities for children (www.juan- marked by “an exceedingly high - but almost always on a local level defucafestival.com).” Observed for pinnacle of spired rock, like a pil- only - is little recognized but easily more than a dozen years, The Juan lar, thereupon.” demonstrated. de Fuca Festival of Arts seems to Coastal historian Captain John As with other Greek American be the “newest” of these festivals in T. Walbran corroborated this re- notables in history, Yannis Phokas, honor of a local Greek American port in his British Columbia Coast Juan de Fuca, has a variety of geo- hero. Names: “This is substantially cor- graphic locations named in his Like many other Greek Ameri- rect; the island is Tatooche, and honor. cans, de Fuca's fame has perme- the spired rock, now known as de The name of Juan de Fuca has ated the popular American imagi- Fuca's pillar, 150 feet high, stands gained such prominence along the nation. The fanciful appearance of in solitary grandeur, a little off- northwestern-most boundary of Juan de Fuca as the subject of cigar shore, about two miles southwards the Untied States and Canada, that box art for the Morgan Cigar Com- of Tatooche Island (www.abcbook- a rocky mountain pillar, a canyon, pany should not come as any sur- world.com)” a ridge, a highway, a Provincial prise. The presence of Greek Another example of corrobo- Park in Canada, a trail and an un- Americans at all levels and areas of rating evidence is “Henry Wagner, derwater ridge are all named after American popular culture is com- writing for the American Anti- him. monplace. Yannis Phokas, as Juan quarian Society, (who) concludes In Oshkosh, Wisconsin both a de Fuca, has entered the realms that de Fuca must have been in park and a bay are named in honor not only of American history, but Mexico from 1588 to 1594. The ac- of Colonel Lucas Miltiades Miller also folklore. And what more could count of the expedition to Califor- (1824-1902), the first Greek to be- any Greek mariner ask? nia, which mutinied in 1591, could come a Representative of the not have been known by anyone A satellite photo of the Straits of Juan de Fuca over Washington State, a region of major geological import United States. Another early The above is the second of two who had not been in Mexico. And which, at the time of its discovery by Greek explorer Yannis Phokas in 1592, was thought to be the Straits of Greek explorer, Eustrate Delarof, parts. Readers who would like to it is a fact that Captain Sebastian Anian, the fabled northern waterway connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. The discovery was not ful- has a street, a ship and even an is- contact Mr. Frangos may e-mail Perez Del Castillo was brought ly attributed to Phokas (de Fuca) until the 19th Century. land chain in Alaska named after him at [email protected]. 8 OBITUARIES/CLASSIFIEDS THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 Peter Danakas, Hotelier who Rubbed Elbows with Canadian Prime Ministers, Dies at 69

By John Chaput ing for a fresh start, a fresh highest order, and that all the Panayiota Argyrides and Chris- says Jimmy Baiton, owner of two become Minister of Western Eco- The Globe & Mail future,” Mrs. Danakas says. “We proper dignitaries were invited to tiana Danakas-Weinkauf invari- Regina restaurants. “It was fancy, nomic Diversification in the short- thought Canada was the friendliest the grand opening, where they ably received phone calls from but all at a reasonable price, which lived Campbell regime before los- REGINA, Sask. - Peter country, the one that was most ac- were treated to a unique ceremo- Santa Claus on their Christmas is a necessity in Regina. He had ing his seat to Liberal Ralph Danakas put everything he had in- cepting of immigrants at that time. ny. Instead of the usual ribbon visits to Regina - while their grand- the foresight to realize it was not Goodale in the 1993 election. to the things he loved, like the un- We had no plans and spoke very cutting, a coronation was staged, father was suspiciously out of sight going to work out there in the Mr. Danakas enjoyed rubbing abashed pride he felt for his two little English.” with a helicopter placing a giant and earshot. boonies. You had to be a cabbie to elbows with the famous and countries. They started out in Winnipeg, crown atop the 22-storey Prince. “He had his son with him all the know how to get there.” powerful, partly for its own sake His passion for his native and Mr. Danakas took his first job Mr. Danakas opened his own time,” says Gus Kolitsas, a Greek Politics stirred Mr. Danakas, and, to a great extent, as a learning Greece was evident in his support as a restaurant busboy. He read restaurant, the Danakas Palace, emigrant who began work as a bus- who could be opinionated on is- experience. What made society's of Greek culture and his strong books to learn the language, and within the Hotel Toronto complex boy in the Danakas-managed sues, but still maintain friendships elite feel pampered, he reasoned, Hellenic ties. As for his adopted within four months, he was tending in 1976. The establishment's fine Regina Inn in 1968 and, two years with men whose political stripes would do the same for all his home, his commitment was even bar in a 150-seat lounge. Demon- dining and elegant atmosphere later, began what would become a differed, the likes of whom includ- customers. “He loved people and more emphatic. strating an aptitude for observing attracted numerous celebrities but chain of pizzerias. “He was always ed John Diefenbaker and Pierre loved meeting people,” says Mr. “Peter came from a strong com- detail and organizing tasks, he was after three years, a more promis- perfect at work, never sloppy or Trudeau. Baiton. “His reputation was built munity background in Greece, and hired in 1960 as assistant manager ing though less illustrious op- slow, and he had high expectations “He was small-p political in on treating people special.” from what I came to understand, for the International Inn. There, he portunity presented itself: owner- for everyone. I thought he was terms of city affairs,” says Mr. Panagiotis (Peter) Danakas was he was well involved in it,” says came under the wing of Arthur ship of the Regina Inn. tough, but never rude. He helped a Schneider, who was mayor from born on June 9, 1936 in Molai of Larry Schneider, a former mayor Jenkins, who became his mentor. “It had to be the last stop,” Mrs. lot of people, many of them immi- 1979 to 1988 and a Tory Member Lakonia, Greece. He died of can- of Regina and member of Canadi- By 1964, Mr. Danakas came in- Danakas says. “We had a goal in grants.” of Parliament in the Mulroney and cer on October 2, 2005 in Regina. an Parliament. “He carried that to his own, revitalizing the Ed- life, and we were very comfortable, Mr. Danakas turned over the Kim Campbell governments from He was 69. He is survived by his attitude here with him, and wasn't monton Inn as its general manager very happy. I didn't mind him Regina Inn at a profit after three 1988 to 1993. “He and Voula were wife Voula; his son John; his the slightest bit shy about express- and serving as a troubleshooting working until 2 or 3 o'clock in the years and settled into restaurant the first to volunteer for com- daughters, Angie Argyrides and ing it. He'd say: 'I don't know what consultant for several other hotels. morning. He would get our daugh- ownership in the Saskatchewan munity projects. Peter was on a Mia Weinkauf; his brother Gus; some of you people have to say He was general manager of the ters involved, give them jobs, help capital, most notably with The first-name basis with both and several grandchildren. against this country. I chose it, and Regina Inn when it opened in them learn the business, but they Brown Derby and Stats, a luxuri- Trudeau and Brian Mulroney, and I'm happy I did. You were born in- 1966, a consultant on the setup of were also going to school and trav- ous dining room and a sports bar, had aspirations for me, more so The Toronto Globe & Mail to it; you had no choice. Don't ev- the Royal Centre in Vancouver eling. I insisted that the children respectively. The Brown Derby, in than I had for myself. He wanted, published the above on January er say I'm not a good Canadian.' and several motor hotels in Cal- would not be left home for trips or the southwest corner of Regina, in the worst way, to have me pro- 17. The original; headline is, “PE- And we didn't.” gary, and a regular consultant for promotions, or else I wouldn't was in a locale now surrounded by moted to a higher position in Par- TER DANAKAS, HOTELIER, Peter Danakas, who would be- the Hyatt chain. take part.” thousands of residents and easily liament. He wrote letters to Mul- 1936-2005: New Canadian who come a masterful hotelier and In 1973, the Seibu corporation Devotion to family didn't really accessible by Lewvan Drive. It roney telling him I should be in had a hand in the operation of restaurateur, emigrated from assigned Mr. Danakas to oversee require any coercion. Birth com- wasn't so in the 1980's, and that in- cabinet, and I kept telling Peter it numerous hotels from Vancouver Greece in 1957. The following the beginning of its first hotel in plications left son John, now 46, evitably contributed to the restau- wasn't going to happen, that first- to Toronto started out as a bus- year, his fiancée, Voula, followed Canada: the Prince International developmentally disabled, but he rant's closure. time MPs just don't get those ap- boy in a Winnipeg restaurant and and they were married. in Toronto. As usual, he ensured remains a Danakas household res- “Peter had big-city ideas and he pointments.” became something of a backroom “We were young people look- the amenities and staff were of the ident to this day. Granddaughters proved it with the Brown Derby,” In any event, Mr. Schneider did political powerbroker.”

Apostolakes, Constantine J. - Alexander (Nitsa) Charizopoulos; Deaths AZ. Nick served proudly in the U.S. Of Valley Stream, LI; died on dear brother of Niko in Greece; Army during WW-II. Visitation was CLASSIFIEDS February 6, 2006. Beloved husband fond uncle of Elena. Visitation was Apostolakes, Constantine Sunday, February 5, 2006, with Tris- of Tess. Loving father of James, He- on February 7 at Smith-Corcoran Bakiares, Sophie agion Service, both at Sunland lene Kanellis and Patricia (John) Funeral Home in Chicago. Family Bakosh, Ardis L. “Babe” Mortuary in Sun City, AZ. Funeral FUNERAL HOMES DOWD, INC FUNERAL HOME Limberis. Dear grandfather of six and friends met on February 6 in Charizopoulos, Loukas Services were conducted on Mon- CONSTANTINIDES 83-15 Parsons Blvd., and great-grandfather of one. Also the morning at St. George Greek day, February 6, 2006 at St. Har- FUNERAL PARLOR Co. 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By Evan C. Lambrou for monitoring bird flu at the Agri- wild birds and posed no immediate ting off a pandemic. "We don't need to take such awareness of poultry owners and The National Herald culture Ministry. She said Greek risk to people. NO NEED TO PANIC measures," he said. "Our veterinari- their families. authorities could only identify the Earlier that day, Greece's Agri- A senior Agriculture Ministry of- an officials disinfected the boat and A Commission spokesman said NEW YORK - Greek authori- H factor in the virus, which ranges culture Ministry said a wild goose ficial said there was no immediate the port area," he said. "They are al- farms within a 3-kilometer radius of ties intensified precautions in ar- from H1 to H16. The N factor on the central Aegean island of need to extend existing precaution- so carrying out inspections to check the swans would need to disinfect eas around the country's second- ranges from 1-9. Skyros had also tested positive for ary measures in an area near that all poultry kept at home is con- structures housing poultry. largest city, where three migratory "It could be H5N1, or it might an H5 subtype of bird flu. Samples Greece's second-largest city. fined to coops." The United Nation's chief bird swans tested positive for an H5 not be," she said. were sent to the laboratory in Eng- "No new measures are required," Papastergiou also said all major flu expert said the spread of bird flu, strain of avian flu last week, ac- The British laboratory con- land, to determine whether the Spyros Kyriakis, a senior Agricul- poultry farms in the area were far which has been ravaging poultry cording to Hellenic officials. firmed that samples from the wild bird had the H5N1 strain. ture Ministry official told The Asso- from the sea. stocks across Asia, increased the "State authorities are on a high swans had tested positive for the The E.U. reported that the ciated Press. "The ten days within HUNTING BANNED chance that the virus would mutate state of preparedness," Agricul- deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu last deadly strain had also been con- which the sick birds were contagious The Agriculture Ministry also into a form transmitted between hu- ture Minister Evangelos Bassiakos Saturday, February 11. firmed in swans in Bulgaria, in the have passed without any reports of urged hunters to exercise extra cau- mans. said. Italy also announced it had de- wetland region of Vidin, close to an outbreak among farm poultry. tion, and local officials have been "We have got bird flu now in Samples from the dead swans - tected the H5N1 virus in five the Romanian border. These birds were discovered 11 days authorized to impose hunting bans southeast Asia, central Asia, eastern found near the northern port city swans in the country's south Humans generally catch the ago, so there's no need to panic." wherever they feel necessary. The Europe, and west Africa," Dr. David of Thessaloniki - were sent to the (Puglia, Calabria and Sicily) last disease from domestic poultry. No The Ministry also said there was hunting season ends on February Nabarro said, before the Greek and EU reference laboratory in Wey- Saturday - the first confirmed cas- human infections were reported in no need to slaughter farm poultry, 28. Italian announcements. "Compared bridge, England on February 9 to es inside the 25-nation European the three countries, but the recent state NET television reported. On February 7, health officials with eight months ago, this is a ma- determine whether the birds had Union - one day after the opening outbreak raised concerns. Experts Thessaloniki Deputy Prefect conducted a drill in Thessaloniki's jor extension of the avian influenza the lethal H5N1 strain. of the 2006 Winter Olympic fear H5N1 could evolve into a Yiannis Bikos told a news confer- AHEPA hospital simulating a epidemic." "I think Weybridge has given Games in Turin, several hundred strain which can be more easily ence that there was no need to pan- H5N1 outbreak among humans. Experts said they were reassured priority to this," said Vasso miles to the north. Italian officials transmitted from human to hu- ic: "We don't have to change our Since 2003, H5N1 has infected at by the fact that the virus has been Zafeiropoulou, who is responsible said the virus had only affected man, not just bird to human, set- lifestyle. We must remain calm and least 166 people and caused 88 hu- detected in wild birds in Western deal with the situation," he said. man as well as millions of bird Europe instead of on farms. Kyriakis said it was fortunate that deaths in Asia, and in parts of "The risk to humans is less if the none of the three bird flu cases was Europe and the Middle East. The disease is in wildlife than if it is in in a rural area, where the infected deadly H5N1 strain of the virus has poultry," said Juan Lubroth, a senior swans could have spread the virus to forced other Balkan countries to animal health officer at the Rome- farm poultry. cull thousands of birds. based U.N. Food & Agriculture Or- "It's a relatively safe situation for Before the H5 strain was detect- ganization. The virus was found in human health; less so for animal ed last week, Hellenic authorities five swans in the southern Italian, health," Italian Health Minister had instructed poultry farmers to Storace said. The birds had arrived Francesco Storace said. keep their birds indoors or in coops, from the Balkans, he said, likely Health Minister Nikitas Kakla- and banned the sale of live birds in pushed south by cold weather. manis has said an eventual outbreak street markets. In Nigeria, Health Minister Eyi- among birds is inevitable. Greek authorities have tested tayo Lambo said authorities were Authorities in Thessaloniki, some 3,500 samples from wild birds trying to determine whether the some 515 kilometers (320 miles) and farm poultry for bird flu since H5N1 strain discovered on a farm in north of Athens, set up 10-kilometer last October. the northern state of Kaduna on Fe- (6-mile) monitoring zones on Fe- Vets near Thessaloniki visited bruary 8 - the first time it was found bruary 10 around the spots where people keeping poultry to ensure all in Africa - had spread to humans af- two of the swans were found, but precautionary measures, such as ter several people were reported ill. have not imposed a quarantine, keeping all birds locked in barns and Authorities have since reported the Bikos said. away from migratory flocks, are be- same virus in two other Nigerian "No poultry is allowed to leave ing enforced. provinces. Investigations were being the area unless it is first checked by "As soon as I heard of this dis- also being conducted in the Nigeri- veterinary services," he added. "We ease, I killed my chickens and ate an capital, Lagos. Elsewhere, China are also inspecting poultry people them or gave them to friends," an el- reported its eighth human death keep at home." derly man in the town of Neoi Epi- from the H5N1 strain, and Indone- The third spot, some 70 kilome- vates, where one of the swans was sia reported its 18th death. AP PHOTO/THANASSIS STAVRAKIS ters (43 miles) south of Thessaloniki found, told Greek television. Israeli President Visits Greece in the Pieria prefecture, was not be- The European Union's executive The above incorporates infor- ing monitored, as a fisherman found Commission said on February 9 it mation from reports posted by the President of the Hellenic Republic Karolos Papoulias, left, and his Israeli counterpart, Moshe Katsav, the swan almost 3 kilometers (1.86 was taking precautionary measures Associated Press and Reuters on right, review the Greek Presidential Guard in Athens this past Tuesday, February 14. Katsav was in Greece miles) out to sea on January 29, in response to the Greek discovery February 10-11. for an official four-day visit and traveled to the northern port city of Thessaloniki to visit the Holocaust Pieria Prefect George Papastergiou to ensure increased security on memorial. He is the first Israeli head-of-state to officially visit Greece. said. poultry farms and improved disease Reshuffling Makes Dora New FM

Continued from page 1 up ties which have been in limbo ots but rejected by Greek Cypriots for several months. in an April 2004 referendum. be in seeking a way out of the "My priorities will be the big is- But she made no comments on Cyprus impasse," said Thanos sues we face: firstly Cyprus, then last month's Turkish proposal to Veremis, vice president of developing Greek-Turkish rela- revive Cyprus reunification talks ELIAMEP, a Greek think tank. tions and the broader development under U.N. auspices. The new pro- Bakoyanni said on Wednesday of the Balkans," Bakoyanni told posal was met with a cool response 1 2 3 4 that improving relations with Foreign Ministry staff. from Republic of Cyprus President Turkey and resolving the long- Bakoyanni was one of the few Tassos Papadopoulos and a non- standing Cyprus dispute would be Greek politicians to openly back a committal response from the U.N., among her top priorities. She made United Nations settlement plan for which said it would study Ankara's it clear that Greece wants to warm Cyprus, approved by Turkish Cypri- new plan. Karamanlis retained Finance Minister George Alogoskoufis and his deputies, signaling economic policy would not be tampered with. Karamanlis Plans to Crack Down Greece must reduce its budget deficit this year to below the 3 per- On Violators who Eavesdropped cent of GDP limit set by the Euro- 5 6 7 8 pean Union or face possible sanc- By Anthee Carassava tech spy software installed in the tions. International Herald Tribune central computer systems of Voda- Also at stake are major privati- fone Greece, one of the country's zations and labor reforms sure to NEW YORK - Cell phone ser- four cell phone service providers. prompt strong reactions from vice providers in Greece face stiff The judicial authorities are investi- unions. Voters consistently name fines and possible shutdowns if they gating the possibility of espionage. unemployment and inflation as are implicated in recent national But officials say the likelihood of their main economic worries. security breaches, Prime Minister tracing the perpetrators was slim. Public Order Minister George Costas Karamanlis said this past Vodafone "deactivated the bugging Voulgarakis appeared to pay some- Monday, February 13. The threat system" when it was detected in what of a price for the recent phone 9 10 11 12 followed revelations this month March 2005, said (then) Public tapping scandal which has rocked that senior government officials' Order Minister George Voulgar- Greece for the past two weeks. He cell phones were under surveillance akis. The cell phone giant has de- will go to the Culture Ministry, during and after the 2004 Olympic nied any wrongdoing and has while Byron Polydoras takes charge Games in Athens. vowed to cooperate with the au- of Greek police and security. "This is a major crime perpetrat- thorities. Tourism Minister Demetris ed against our country and its citi- The scandal has sparked a polit- Avramopoulos, whose old post is zens," Mr. Karamanlis said of the ical uproar. now assumed by Deputy Culture telephone tapping, which is the Well-placed government offi- Minister Fani Palli-Petralia, will re- subject of a judicial investigation. cials suggested earlier this week place Health Minister Nikitas Kak- His remarks followed talks with of- that Karamanlis, serving his first lamanis. ficials on a plan to combat high- term in office, was poised to reshuf- Defense Minister Spilios Spil- 13 14 15 16 tech espionage and interceptions. fle his government in an attempt to iotopoulos was replaced by New Among the measures consid- revitalize it. Since his rise to power Democracy Party Secretariat Evan- ered, the Prime Minister said, were in 2004, Karamanlis and his New gelos Meimarakis, and in a clear tighter regulatory controls for cell Democracy Government have been statement of satisfaction with his phone companies; fines of up to 2 embroiled in a spate of scandals, zero-tolerance for corruption poli- million euros ($2.4 million) for vio- many of which the Karamanlis cy, Karamanlis kept Justice Minis- lators; and license revocations for Government says it inherited from ter Anastasis Papaligouras at his cases involving national security the previous socialist-led govern- post. breaches. ment under Costas Simitis. Greek Government sources said "It is our responsibility to shield The scandals have ranged from the reshuffle had been in the works the state. The epoch of cover-ups is corruption and economic misman- for quite some time as New Democ- over," Mr. Karamanlis said in a na- agement to allegations of torture racy, which took power in 2004 after 17 18 19 20 tionally televised address. The cen- against foreign nationals. The more than 23 years of nearly contin- PHOTOS: EUROKINISSI ter-right government disclosed this phone-tapping crisis has been by uous socialist rule, seeks to main- After Prime Minister Costas Karamanlis reshuffled his government this past week, the new government month that some 100 cell phones far the most unsettling, however. tain its standing among voters. consists of 19 ministers. The Premier chopped six deputy minister positions. The face of the new govern- belonging to senior business and Greek Newspapers urged the Some opinion polls show the ment is as follows: 1) Mr. Karamanlis, 2) Interior Minister Prokopis Pavlopoulos, 3) Finance Minister Ge- government officials were tapped Government on Monday to get to gap with the socialist main socialist orge Alogoskoufis, 4) Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyianni, 5) Defense Minister Evangelos Meimarakis, 6) for up to 11 months by people still the bottom of the scandal. party, PASOK, gradually closing Development Minister Demetris Sioufas, 7) Public Works Minister George Souflias, 8) Education Minister unknown. on public discontent with econom- Marietta Giannakou, 9) Labor Minister Savvas Tsitourides, 10) Health Minister Demetris Avramopoulos, Among those targeted were the The International Herald Tri- ic measures and government scan- 11) Agriculture Minister Evangelos Basiakos, 12) Justice Minister Anastasis Papaligouras, 13) Culture prime minister, his wife Natasha, bune published the above on Fe- dals. One poll gave New Democra- Minister George Voulgarakis, 14) Transportation & Communications Minister Michael Liapis, 15) Public and five senior cabinet members. bruary 14. The original headline cy 32 percent voter approval, with Order Minister Byron Polydoras, 16) Merchant Marine Minister Manolis Kefalogiannis, 17) Tourism Min- Government officials said the is, “Greek Cell Phone Companies PASOK following closely at 31 ister Fanni Palli-Petralia, 18) Macedonia-Thrace Minister George Kalatzes, 19) Aegean Minister Aristotle phones were tapped through high- Warned in Tapping Scandal.” percent. Pavlides and 20) State Minister/Government Spokesman Theodore Roussopoulos. 10 EDITORIALS/LETTERS THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006

Greeks WERE ported the Greeks of Constantino- could have been devised by those state of the Orthodox Church in The National Herald ple into forced labor in Anatolia, in charge; approved by our Hierar- the United States and Canada. Killed for Being from which most never returned. chs and Clergy; and accepted by A weekend publication of the NATIONAL HERALD, INC. (∂£¡π∫√™ ∫∏ƒÀ•), Greek & Orthodox Today, the Greeks of Constantino- the Archdiocesan Council during Such events would have been reporting the news and addressing the issues of paramount interest ple are on the verge of being fin- its October 2005 meeting. more commensurate and in keep- to the Greek American community of the United States of America. To the Editor: ished off, while occupied Cyprus is It does not take much imagi- ing with the stature of the ac- The following letter is in re- being converted into a Turkish nation to develop what would have claimed spiritual leader of the Publisher-Editor Antonis H. Diamataris sponse to the excellent editorial of province following the ethnic been appropriate events (in addi- world's 300 million Orthodox February 4 (“The Holocaust of cleansing campaigns of 1974. tion to the scheduled Epiphany faithful. Assistant to Publisher, Advertising Veta H. Diamataris Papadopoulos Greek Jews”). The article asks Respectfully submitted Liturgy and other events) to mark Respectfully submitted, Managing Editor Evan C. Lambrou readers to imagine what it would Theodore G. Karakostas the pastoral visit of the Ecumeni- Evan Alevizatos Chriss Production Manager Chrysoula Karametros be like to be targeted specifically if Milton, Massachusetts cal Patriarch for the Tarpon Baltimore, Maryland one were Greek and Orthodox. Springs Epiphany observance: It shouldn't be so hard for peo- 1. A one- or two-day spiri- The National Herald (USPS 016864) is published weekly by ple of Greek heritage to imagine. tual retreat, with His All Holiness TO OUR READERS The National Herald Inc. at 37-10 30th Street, LIC, NY 11101-2614 During the First World War, Kudos to Peter as the retreat master, instead of a Tel: (718)784-5255, Fax: (718)472-0510, the Young Turk government tar- Marudas for Citing five day Greek Dance Conference. The National Herald welcomes e-mail: [email protected] geted Greeks, Americans, and As- Spiritual Deficiency 2. An interfaith Symposium letters from its readers intend- Democritou 1 and Academias Sts, Athens, 10671, Greece syrians for extermination on the on the environment chaired by His ed for publication. They should Tel: 011.30.210.3614.598, Fax: 011.30.210.3643.776, e-mail: [email protected] basis of race and religion. George All Holiness as the “Green Patri- include the writer’s name, ad- dress, and telephone number Subscriptions by mail: 1 year $59.85, 6 months $29.95, 3 months $19.95, 1 month $9.95 Horton has noted the religious as- To the Editor, arch,” instead of the Mario Fran- Home delivery NY, NJ, CT: 1 year $80.00, 6 months $43.99, 3 months $29.99, 1 month $12.95 pect of Turkish policies of Geno- Thanks to Peter N. Marudas for goulis concert. and be addressed to: The Ed- Home delivery New England States, Pennsylvania & Washington DC: cide in his book, “The Blight of writing, and congratulations to you 3. A Hierarchical Liturgy at itor, The National Herald, 37-10 1 year $99.00, 6 months $51.75, 3 months $37.45, 1 month $15.95 Asia,” while Sir Valentine Chirol, for publishing, his timely commen- Tampa's renowned Raymond 30th Street, Long Island City, On line subscription: Non subscribers: 1 year $29.95, 1 month $3.95; in his “The Occident and the Ori- tary, “Epiphany in Tarpon: Look- James Stadium, concelebrated by NY 11101. Subscribers: 1 year $19.95, 1 month $1.95 ent,” noted the racial aspects in ing for John the Baptist on the His All Holiness together with the Letters can also be faxed to Periodical postage paid at L.I.C. NY and additional mailing offices. the ideology of Mustafa Kemal Green (December 17, 2005 edi- other Orthodox Bishops of SCCO- (718) 472-0510 or e-mailed to Ataturk's nationalists. tion),” concerning the program for BA (Standing Conference of english.edition@thenational- Postmaster send change of address to: The attempt to systematically the pastoral visit of His All Holi- Canonical Orthodox Bishops in herald.com. We reserve the THE NATIONAL HERALD, 37-10 30th Street, LIC, NY 11101-2614 decimate all Orthodox Christian ness Ecumenical Patriarch America), instead of the $250,000 right to edit letters for publi- Greeks from territory they control Bartholomew of Constantinople Golf Tournament, and… cation and regret that we are remains part of Turkish foreign to Tarpon Springs. 4. A convocation of Pri- unable to acknowledge or policy. During the Second World It is truly inconceivable how mates of all the Orthodox Jurisdic- return those left unpublished. Fighting for our future War, Turkey taxed and forcibly de- such an inappropriate schedule tions in America to consider the

The reports we're getting from various people indicate that AHEPA is on the move, again. From staffers on Capitol Hill to members of the orga- PRESS CLIPPINGS nization itself, we hear stories about a new flurry of activity, a new attitude and a new effort to reinvigorate the largest Greek organization in the country. We couldn't be more thrilled. Religious Strife Not a Problem for the Ancient Greeks AHEPA will soon be honoring two distinguished members of Congress for their long and thoughtful service to this country, the Greek American By Peter Jones hard to credit that they were the For Robert Parker, ancient re- argues, religion was so embedded community and the whole Hellenic world: Senator Paul Sarbanes of Mary- The Sunday Telegraph same beings. ligion is far too complex to be ap- in every aspect of existence that land and Congressman Mike Bilirakis of Florida. It is an honor richly de- For example, according to prehended by a single, neat theo- none of its manifestations can be served, and a service which probably only AHEPA could fittingly provide. “Polytheism and Society in myth, Zeus had 115 women. The retical package. Its gods are in- sensibly discussed in isolation. Meanwhile, an internal discussion seems to be taking place about the Athens,” by Robert Parker, OX- first words he speaks in Western deed many, not one; they repre- No other book takes such a direction AHEPA needs to take in order to survive, and to usefully serve FORD, 544 pages. literature are (roughly) "My wife sent bundles of powers quite in- holistic approach to Greek reli- the next generation. Hera will kill me" (Homer's Iliad, conceivable in human terms, gious practice and experience, or In a commemorative issue - Summer 1997 - celebrating the 75th an- The 5th Century BC Greek in- Book I), and their relationship though each seems to have a dis- deals with the acute historical and niversary of AHEPA's founding, there are three essays which should be tellectual, Protagoras, pointed out continues in the same rocky vein tinctive "style"; and they can best theoretical complexities in such a required reading for the entire community: one is by Professor Charles that it was difficult to know throughout the epic. But in cult, be understood only in their inter- jargon-free and attractive manner. Moskos, the other by then Archbishop Spyridon, and the third by Dr. whether the gods existed or not, the pair is the model for the in- action with each other. As Parker points out, for many Spiro Macris, a past President of AHEPA. because the subject was so obscure stitution of marriage, and for hun- The sections where he discusses scholars, the excitement of ancient We are particularly drawn to comments made by Dr. Macris. In a mem- and life so short. Given that we dreds of other human concerns which gods are at work protecting religion is that it all seems so wild orable passage, he writes the following: know of hundreds of Greek divini- and interests, too. Zeus is god of the city, overseeing trade, raising and exotic; his purpose, in which, “We must be an organization which seeks to educate its members and ties - the 12 Olympian gods, plus kings, cities, councils, justice, children, ensuring fertility, and so with engaging modesty, he bril- all Greek Americans about their history and the history of Hellenism. any number of cult deities, not to strangers, oaths, suppliants, on, are especially interesting (be- liantly succeeds, is to show that it Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr., in his book, 'The Disuniting of America,' wrote mention 'heroes' (men who had hearths and possessions. fore battle, for example, Atheni- was quite the reverse for those these words: 'For history is to the nation rather as memory is to the indi- been quasi-deified) - one can see Further, cults swarm with a ans invoked Athena, Ares and who actually practiced it day by vidual. As an individual deprived of memory becomes disoriented and lost, his point. After all, we have intel- myriad deities otherwise unknown Zeus, but also Artemis and the day. not knowing where he has been or where he is going, so a nation denied a lectual trouble enough with just in Greek literature: Who on Earth "Hyacinthian Virgins"). A reflection: Greeks acknowl- conception of its past will be disabled in dealing with its present and its the one God. is Pankrates? Or Nymphe? Some The home and village, he ar- edged any divinities which were future.' We seem to have come full-circle from our beginnings. From our We think of Greek gods pri- of them baffled even their wor- gues, are as important loci of reli- going, from Olympians to muses, original Americanizing of ourselves, which we have done with a marily as those of myth, Homer or shippers. And what exactly is going gious experience as the state: Fre- from nymphs to satyrs, without de- vengeance, we now have the need to retain our Hellenic roots, for the sake tragedy: anthropomorphised on at religious festivals, at which quently, it is local "heroes" who mur. As a result, they never fought of our children and grandchildren.” powers; thoroughly engaged with one might "murder" an ox; estab- attract the big sacrifices and there- wars of religion, because there was And then Dr Macris takes aim at the crucial challenge of our time. The the human world; not lacking lish a court to identify the killer fore crowds (the meat was nothing to fight over. Will inter- issue of the Greek language must be re-examined, he argues: “Should the grandeur when it suits them, but and find the knife guilty; get plas- parceled out afterwards - a great faith 'dialogue' ever yield that AHEPA in the United States consider the idea of having Greek spoken at frequently as immoral as their tered in complete silence; or stage treat). Parker admits we know Nirvana? occasional meetings? Should the AHEPA become a source of financial mortal counterparts. The fact is, tragedies or comedies for prizes? little about the intensity of that support for Greek schools in communities around the country? We must however, that cults and festivals, Some ancients tried to impose a experience, but he stresses the ele- The Daily Telegraph pub- not fail our parents and our grandparents. We must not fail our heritage.” private and public, although un- system on all this, but there was ment of sheer pleasure to be found lished the above on February 12. Can you imagine the difference, the impact AHEPA would make, and derpinned by myth, were the pri- none to impose. Religion is like in local festivals. Piety also extend- The original headline is, “Antiq- the legacy it would leave behind, if it were to tackle Hellenic Education in mary medium through which language: It makes perfect sense ed into secular life: Respect for uity: Peter Jones looks at why, America with genuine fervor and zeal? That would be something. Athenians encountered their gods, to those who use it, but none at all parents and patriotism were im- when it came to Greek gods, it Dr. Macris' powerful and thought-provoking words could very well be and in those contexts, it can be to those who do not. perative. Most important of all, he was the more the merrier.” historic, if not prophetic. AHEPA, like the Church or any other vital organization or institution in our community, can not possibly survive, much less succeed, rootless and aimless in this dynamic and ever-evolving society that is America. Yet one could argue those words were written almost ten years ago, New Film in Turkey Makes Americans the Enemy without fostering their intended results. Our answer: Adamantios Koraes, the intellectual powerhouse behind the Greek Revolution of 1821, did not By Sebnem Arsu surgery to New York, London and dar catches up with him. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Er- give up when his polemics exhorting the Greeks to take up arms against The New York Times Israel - all inspired by real events, Mr. Zane, who got his start in dogan. "Capture of the rebels by the Ottomans were going heedless. He kept on writing. And eventually, he according to the screenwriter, Ba- "Back to the Future" and has had a the American forces in Iraq would was heard. CONSTANTINOPLE - The hadir Ozdener. great number of grade B credits demolish this wall overnight, and The point is that Dr. Macris, like Dr. Moskos and also Archbishop crowd cheered, clapped and "These were only a few of the since then, said he was not both- cause U.S. popularity to surge." Spyridon, presented a vision, some concrete proposals, and a call to action whistled as the Turkish agent human rights violations by the ered by the movie's anti-American To make matters worse, from a to strengthen the foundations of this community and help it survive well plunged the knife into the chest of United States in Iraq that the press tone, adding that the horrors of Turkish perspective, Washington into the future. the enemy commander. covered and we followed," Mr. Oz- war should be exposed. "I acted in has tolerated a de facto Kurdish We need to do our part, too, and that right soon. "Valley of the Wolves - Iraq," dener said. "We did not intend to this movie because I'm a pacifist," state in northern Iraq. "People which opened last week in Turk- insult American people or their he said in a televised interview. think that the U.S. supports an in- ish, Austrian and German movie values, but only wanted to portray "I'm against all kinds of war." dependent Kurdish state in north- Wiretapping and reshuffling theaters, is a Rambo-like action a real tragedy there." Whatever its artistic merits, the ern Iraq and therefore threatens story involving Turkish gunmen The plot focuses on the hood- movie - which has already broken the unity of Turkish land," said This week, Prime Minister Karamanlis undertook two very important who seek revenge against a tyran- ing incident and its aftermath. The Turkish box office records - has Nilufer Narli, a sociology professor tasks: he addressed the wireless phone-tapping issue, and he reshuffled nical occupying army. commander of the Turkish highlighted a growing discrepancy at Bahcesehir University here. his government. In this version, however, at $10 soldiers returns home in humili- in how America is seen in Turkey. As a result, popular opinion of Mr. Karamanlis stated that those behind the eavesdropping were tar- million the most expensive movie ation, believing that his honor has Officially, the two governments the United States has been steadi- geting the Greek Government itself; that their “criminal acts” would be ever made in Turkey, the enemy is been so compromised that he has have been enjoying much im- ly declining. Anti-American nov- exposed; and that they would then be appropriately punished. no oppressive third-world dic- no choice but to commit suicide. proved relations after a low point els, including one which portrays a It has been a long time indeed since a Greek prime minister, partic- tatorship. The commander's name But he leaves a note to the hero, a in 2003, when Turkey refused to war between the United States and ularly one of low-key temperament who is predisposed to understate- is Sam - as in uncle - and the op- Turkish intelligence agent named allow American troops to operate Turkey, have been selling briskly, ment, has stated that a democratically elected government, just two years posing forces are the Americans, Polat Alemdar, pleading with him from its southeastern territory to and Hitler's "Mein Kampf" was a into its first four-year term and enjoying a healthy majority in the Hel- who are being punished for offens- to defend the country's honor invade Iraq from the north. On the best seller last year. lenic Parliament, has been a target. es against Turkish, as well as Iraqi, which he had so disserved. So street, however, public opinion of Despite its popularity, the film The implication here is also that those behind these criminal acts are pride and honor. Alemdar leads a small team of America has been steadily declin- has not touched off widespread individuals, rather than a third country seeking to tap into the conversa- The commander, Sam William special operations soldiers into ing since the invasion, and the dis- anti-American violence or tions of the leadership of the country, including the Prime Minister and Marshall, played by (Greek Amer- northern Iraq, where they are closures about the abuse at Abu prompted any street demon- his wife. ican) actor, Billy Zane, is a so- astonished and outraged at what Ghraib, and the "rendition" and strations. As for cabinet reshuffling in parliamentary systems, it is typical for a ciopath, killing people without a they find. torture of suspected members of al "It doesn't show anything that prime minister to do so. There were rumors and speculations for months second's thought and claiming that "They were after the man who Qaeda in secret prisons. we did not already know," said about who among the Karamanlis cabinet was coming and going. Finally, he is doing God's will. While fic- insulted the Turkish soldiers, but Outwardly, the two countries Fahri Kaya, 22-year-old private se- this past Tuesday at noon Greek time, Mr. Karamanlis presented his new tional, some of the movie is based they couldn't believe their eyes are committed partners in fighting curity guard. "It was more like a team. in part on real events, and many of when they saw the situation there," terrorism. But Turkey has been group therapy that gave people a The most notable change was the appointment of Athens Mayor Do- the scenes elicit knowing looks reads the movie's website. "The fighting with Kurdish separatists chance to let go of their negative ra Bakoyianni as the new Foreign Minister. The esteemed Petros from the audience. The opening Iraqi people's values, personalities seeking independence since the feelings against what's been hap- Molyviatis had asked the Prime Minister to be relieved of his duties for sequence portrays an incident and history were completely being 1980's, and the United States, pening in Iraq as they shouted, age-related reasons. which made headlines here in disregarded. The desired new or- along with the European Union, clapped and cried." Dora, as she is universally known, is the first woman ever to become 2003, when a group of Turkish der was forcing an unacceptable lists the Kurdish Workers Party, Despite the movie's success, Greece's Foreign Minister. The daughter of former Prime Minister Con- special forces soldiers in Iraq were change on the people. The one known as the PKK, as a terrorist Mr. Bagis said it would take more stantine Mitsotakis, her first husband was assassinated by the now dis- taken into custody by American who is responsible for these unen- organization. than that to shred the countries' mantled terrorist gang, 17 November. She has served in various cabinet marines. The Turks, mistaken for durable crimes against humanity is With the invasion of Iraq, good relations. "Our alliance with posts, and has been a successful mayor. insurgents, were handcuffed and a Special Forces commander however, the United States mil- the United States has very strong Dora is considered a strong personality, fiercely fighting for the inter- held with hoods over their heads, called Sam William Marshall." itary has been reluctant to act roots," he said. "A movie or a book ests of her country, but also realistic when it comes to matters of foreign which rankled many Turks. Marshall then orders a raid on a against the PKK, allowing them to can not just destroy it." policy. She knows the Unites States well, and has strong ties to the com- Other scenes show ruthless wedding, where trigger-happy operate freely in northern Iraq, munity here. The Daughters of Penelope are expected to honor her on marines killing Iraqis and soldiers marines get spooked and kill scores which has distressed many Turks. The New York Times pub- March 13. mistreating inmates at Abu of civilians. It is all in pursuit of his "No matter how good our official lished the above on February 14. And due to his excellent performance in the Tourism Ministry, Ghraib prison, as well as an Amer- plan to pacify the people through relations are, the PKK issue is a The original headline is, “ISTAN- Demetris Avramopoulos, was appointed to head the demanding and im- ican Jewish surgeon, played by intimidation and violence, all ac- wall against all our bilateral efforts BUL JOURNAL: If You Want a portant Health Ministry, an area where much has been done, but where Gary Busey, who takes what look cording to God's will and for their for the better," said Egemen Bagis, Film to Fly, Make Americans the more remains to be accomplished. like kidneys from inmates during own good. Until, ultimately, Alem- foreign policy adviser to Turkish Heavies.” THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006 VIEWPOINTS 11 Eavesdropping in Athens: Open Field for Conspiracy Theories

While in Washington the politi- of the recordings took conference in which Cross Hospital raised eyebrows own phones. The country's intelli- In the United States, the cur- cal world is debating the legality of place around the they acknowledged that because the United States Em- gence services could have done so, rent eavesdropping affair is not as eavesdropping by the National Se- Athens Olympics in Au- the eavesdropping had bassy is located in this area. Ac- but then the question must be mysterious as its counterpart in curity Agency on intercontinental gust 2004, the most indeed taken place, but cording to press reports, the U.S. asked as to who would be the re- Athens. Here, the President takes cell phone contacts between indi- guarded Games in his- they gave assurances Embassy voiced displeasure at cipients of the information Greek full responsibility for ordering the viduals in the United States and tory, with a budget of that Greek national se- this, since it allowed unfounded intelligence gathered. eavesdropping into telephone con- suspected al Quaeda activists more than $1.4 billion curity had not been af- suspicions. Intelligence services from an- tacts between individuals in this abroad, in Athens, the controversy for security. At the fected. This is the extent of what is other country would have an inter- country and recipients abroad. is over the eavesdropping on the time, the Greek people The next day, For- publicly known, so far. The ques- est in initiating such an operation, Here, the issue is whether the Na- cell phones of more than 100 indi- were justifiably proud eign Minister Petros tion being asked by everyone in especially during the Olympic tional Security Agency - in effect, viduals, many of them high-level that, in spite of dire pre- by DR. D.G. Molyviatis denied that Greece, of course, is who was be- Games, but most likely, they the President - could conduct such government officials, Prime Minis- dictions, the Games KOUSOULAS the illegal activities hind the illicit eavesdropping ac- would have done so with the activities without first obtaining a ter Costas Karamanlis among came and went without caused any problem to tivities? Conspiracy theories knowledge and permission of the court order, at least under the them. a single incident or ter- Special the conduct of the abound. government; in any event, under rules of the special Intelligence to The National Modern technology certainly rorist threat. Herald country's foreign policy. The opposition party, PASOK, those circumstances, they would Court (FISA). No mystery here. offers magical delights but it also The eavesdropping Defense Minister Spil- needless to say, has found a golden not have included the prime minis- In Athens, however, we do not creates bizarre problems. continued for another ios Spiliotopoulos, one opportunity to accuse the Kara- ter of Greece among their targets. have similar clarity. For 11 In the Greek case, what we seven months, until March 7, 2005 of those whose mobile phones manlis government of incompe- Is it possible, that an intelli- months, the eavesdropping affair know right now is only the tip of when Vodafone discovered the il- were tapped, spoke along the same tence, and for “hiding the truth,” gence operation which started was kept under wraps, waiting for the iceberg. But in familiar fash- legal operation. Two days later, 39- lines, adding that he had not used thereby deepening “the sense of properly during the Olympic the completion of the investiga- ion, the popular verdict is already year-old Vodafone employee the specific cell phone which was insecurity among our citizens.” Games was later taken over by tion. Now, the Greek Government in: “the butler did it” - the butler in Costas Tsaklides, director of tapped since the day he assumed The much too obvious implication other purveyors who continued it needs to be more forthcoming. this case, of course, being the om- Vodafone Greece's Internet Plan- his duties as minister of defense; is that the government is hiding for their own objectives - possibly Otherwise, rumors and conspiracy nipresent CIA. ning Department, was found dead therefore, no breach of national the truth because the culprits are hoping to sell their illegally ob- theories will have an open field. What are the known facts at by hanging in his apartment, an ap- security was involved. connected to a foreign govern- tained information to prospective this point? parent suicide. In a Vodafone Public Order Minister George ment. customers? Was Tsaklides in- Dr. Kousoulas is Professor Around the month of June press release, the company claimed Voulgarakis statement that the Such suspicion gains currency volved in this spying, whether his Emeritus of Political Science at 2004, just before the 2004 Olympic “there is absolutely no connection eavesdropping antennas were lo- because of the identity of the per- death was a suicide or not? Were Howard University in Washing- Games, someone installed special between the death (of Tsaklides) cated within a triangle including sons who were the subjects of the any other Vodafone employees or ton, DC. He is the author of sever- software at Greece's second and the existence of eavesdropping the area from Lycabetos Hill to eavesdropping activities. The officials involved in setting up or al books, notably “The Life and largest mobile phone company, software equipment, and any at- the Athens Tower at the intersec- prime minister and the key cabinet facilitating the illegal use of the Times of Constantine the Great Vodafone Greece, a subsidiary of tempt to relate the two events is, at tion of Vasilissis Sofias and ministers involved are not likely to eavesdropping software? These (1999),” and numerous scholarly the British firm, Vodafone. Most least, improper.” Alexandra Avenues and the White have ordered the wiretaps of their are all legitimate questions. articles. On March 11, 2005 Vodafone Greece Chief Executive Officer George Koronias reported the il- GUEST EDITORIALS legal eavesdropping to Prime Min- The National Herald welcomes ister Karamanlis. The company manuscripts representing a had already deactivated the soft- Understanding the Cyprus Situation Properly variety of views for publica- ware. tion in its View Points page. The next day, the conservative By Annie Haralambous European accession course. It ish-held area. If this is not the case, are ongoing. The Government re- They should include the writ- government of Mr. Karamanlis should be recalled that Cyprus why did Turkey and the Turkish mains committed to the full imple- er’s name, address, and tele- asked the Public Prosecutor of Tulin Daloglu's article, "New chose not to block Turkey from Cypriot leadership repeatedly re- mentation of the Green Line Reg- phone number and be ad- Areios Pagos, Greece's highest Policies, Old Attitude," repeats a starting accession negotiations, ject the Cypriot Government's ulation, which allows trade of dressed to the View Points Edi- court, to investigate the case. biased misrepresentation of histo- despite the continued occupation. proposal, back in August 2004, products within the island and ex- tor, The National Herald, 37-10 On June 11, 2005 Hellenic po- ry with respect to the situation in But Turkey, as every candidate concerning the Varosha region ports of Turkish Cypriot products 30th Street, Long Island City, lice announced that they had com- Cyprus - a sovereign country and a country, should also uncondition- and the Famagusta port? through the legal ports and air- NY 11101. They can also be pleted the investigation of Tsak- member of the European Union ally meet her obligations toward This proposal, which also had ports of the Republic. faxed to (718) 472-0510 or, lides' death, and that the file was which still has 37 percent of its ter- the E.U. the support of the European Com- preferably, e-mailed to en- closed. The death was officially ritory under illegal Turkish mili- Some of these relate to Cyprus, mission, involves the opening of Miss Haralambous is a press glish.edition@thenationalher- pronounced to have been a sui- tary occupation. like the opening of its ports and the Famagusta port under E.U. counselor at the Embassy of ald.com. Due to considera- cide. The police report did not The columnist seems to also be airports to Cypriot vessels and car- auspices; the return of the Cyprus in Washington. The tions of space we enforce a identify any suicide motives. unable to differentiate between riers. Varosha region to its lawful inhab- Washington Times published the strict 1,400-word upper limit. Three weeks ago, on February lies and half-truths when she ac- Ankara should stop trying to itants; and a moratorium on the above as a letter to the editor on We reserve the right to edit for 2, the Greek daily newspaper, a cuses the Cypriot Government of link these obligations with any pre- exploitation of properties belong- February 6, in response to an op- repetitiveness, diction and decidedly anti-conservative publi- unilateral demands which could conditions, like the simultaneous ing to Greek Cypriot refugees ed published on January 31 (and syntax. We regret that we are cation and strong supporter of the jeopardize Turkey's E.U. acces- opening of air and seaports in the from the occupied area. reprinted in the National Her- unable to acknowledge or re- main opposition, TA NEA, pub- sion process. occupied part of Cyprus. This indi- As for the Turkish Cypriot ald's February 11 edition as a turn manuscripts, published lished a story about the eavesdrop- The Republic of Cyprus shares cates Ankara's true intention, community, efforts by the E.U. press clipping). The original or unpublished. ping case. The same day, three the concern and rationale of the which is the political upgrading of and the Republic of Cyprus to- headline is, “The Situation in cabinet ministers held a joint press necessity to keep Turkey on its the breakaway regime in the Turk- ward their economic advancement Cyprus.” The Roots of the Balkan Crises: Past and Future

The formation of the Balkan sever another chunk of Ottoman an nationalists to mis- south, the Greek ports war against Serbia on 25 March ecuted, pillaged and terrorized the states has been the result of com- territory. However, each amputa- understand Western, al- of the Aegean in the 1999, after it became clear to Albanians with impunity. After the promises achieved among the tion was kept to a minimum for beit American, policy west and the Turkish Washington that the crisis in Serbs surrendered to NATO in European powers, which had little fear of further destabilizing the towards the former Yu- heartland in the east. Kosovo could ignite a wider March 1999, the pendulum swung regard for the actual or perceived Ottoman Empire. Accordingly, goslavia as a license to Given this geopolitical Balkan conflict and unravel the se- in favor of the Albanians, and the national boundaries of these new the newly created Balkan states experiment with Balkan reality, the former Yu- curity of Southeast Europe. Presi- KLA became the new lords of countries. During the course of the were constituted in such a way so frontiers. It is an old goslav republics contin- dent Clinton articulated the basis Kosovo. It was now the Serbs' turn 19th Century, the Great Powers as not to threaten the delicate bal- game played with hu- ue to remain on the pe- of this policy on the day the NATO to suffer. Ever since NATO occu- followed a diplomatic minuet ance of power in the Near East. man currency, the only riphery of the “Great bombing campaign commenced pied Kosovo, Serbian men, women which first ignored each Balkan IRREDENTIST DEMANDS capital easily available Game,” as such an af- against Serbia by stating that, “We and children have provided the uprising, then attempted to en- AND SECURITY INTERESTS in the Balkans. The re- by DR. ANDRE terthought to Western act to prevent a wider war, to statistics of those evicted, robbed force a settlement between the sul- Ultimately, these new states sults are the same, how- GEROLYMATOS policymakers. Foreign defuse a powder keg in the heart at gunpoint, killed, wounded and tan and the rebels, and finally were not economically or sociolog- ever: war, death, de- intervention in the of Europe that has exploded twice raped. The pre-war Serb popula- struck a compromise which led to ically viable, and as soon as cir- struction, atrocities and Special Balkans has been guid- before in this century, with catas- tion of this bitter land before the to The National the creation of a new truncated cumstances permitted, each one thousands of refugees. Herald ed by the potential trophic results.” war was 200,000. Today, less than Balkan state. generated a shopping list of irre- Fundamentally, the threat of the region to Prior to the NATO interven- 25 percent of that number re- For example, the transition dentist claims against the Ot- question is, why does the Near East and Cen- tion in Kosovo, 500,000 Albanians mains. Out of a population of from Ottoman and Hapsburg rule tomans and its other neighbors. In the pattern of conflict continue to tral Asia. had fled from the terror of Miloso- 40,000 Serbs, Pristina, the capital to independence also generated a the language of diplomacy, small haunt the Balkan Peninsula? Consequently, the former Yu- vic's security forces, and to avoid of Kosovo, now has 1,000 residents host of almost insurmountable dif- states have irredentist demands, One constant denominator of goslav republics were left to their being caught in firefights between left. ficulties, some of which still char- but major powers have security in- the Balkan problem is external in- own devices and drowned in a sea the Serbian army and the Kosovo The grim cycle will undoubted- acterize the region today. As terests. The Romanians desired tervention as a prelude or follow- of blood until their de-stabiliza- Liberation Army, more than ly resume, and next time perhaps, Balkan communities strove to es- Transylvania; the Serbs wanted up to ethnic violence. Historically, tion undermined the global inter- 900,000 more escaped to avoid the it will be the Serbs' turn to exact tablish national states in the past, Kosovo, Bosnia-Herzegovina and the region's strategic location beck- ests of the United States and bombing. From 1990 to 1999, the vengeance. Victory or defeat in they were trapped between a blend Croatia; the Greeks dreamed of ons imperial armies and con- Europe. The Americans went to Serb security forces brutalized, ex- one war only prepares the ground of Ottoman and Byzantine her- securing Asia Minor, the Aegean querors from East and West. In the for a renewed struggle in the fu- itage and a European identity. islands, Crete and Macedonia; 21st Century, the geopolitical dy- ture. Successes in battle or diplo- In the 19th Century, the notion while the Bulgarians envisioned an namics of the “Great Game” for macy will not satisfy the national of ethnic nationalism was framed outlet to the Aegean through the control of Central Asia through the aspirations of these Balkan com- by religion and territorial bound- acquisition of Macedonia. Southeastern gateway have not tru- munities. The antidote to war is aries. Except for a short pause be- In 1878, the Albanians inconve- ly altered, except for the players: not war weariness, but security and tween 1944 and 1989, ethnic niently laid claim to a national The United States has replaced material wealth. The Balkan map ghosts continue to haunt the re- state whose land mass challenged Great Britain as Russia's primary can not be changed, but historical gion in the beginning of the 21st the territorial ambitions of the competitor in Asia. This may per- antagonisms can become less viru- Century. Historic glories and vivid other Balkan states, but the Euro- haps explain why American interest lent through a commonality of defeats occasionally feed the cul- peans ignored them until 1913. In in the Balkans is more than just economic progress. ture of violence which dominates effect, the shopping list of histori- “humanitarian intervention.” Ultimately, NATO occupation ethnic relations in the region. Ef- cal territories was, in reality, a wish U.S. policy in the region is guid- and traditional United Nations fectively, Balkan societies have not list with few prospects of fulfill- ed by the same strategic considera- forces are not the answer, but been able to shed the war fatigue ment, unless each of the con- tions which once shaped Britain's rather a mechanism of “economic of the past. After all, the Balkan tenders could secure an alliance strategy towards Southeast peacekeeping,” and one which can battlefield has been consuming with one or more of the Great Europe and the Ottoman Empire. prepare the region for integration lives for over a millennium, cer- Powers. The only asset which each In fact, the Americans have gone into the European Union. Indeed, tainly the last 600 years have only Balkan state could offer to poten- one step further: The NATO pro- both of these strategies have been offered brief respites from con- tial allies was strategic location, tectorates of Bosnia and Kosovo the cornerstone of Greek policy in flict. and even this did not become es- are de facto satellites of the Unit- the Balkans and towards Turkey. The Balkan conundrum, as un- sential to the Great Powers until ed States and a potential base of The blurring of the economic derstood in the late 19th Century, the end of the 19th century. Bul- operations to secure the northern frontiers of Europe will provide was intertwined with the demise of garia was a case in point. approaches to Southeast Europe the political and security environ- the Ottoman Empire. The fate of Bulgaria's geopolitical proximi- and, through their alliance with ment which can permit distinct the “sick man” of Europe, as the ty to Constantinople and the Turkey and Greece, cast a long and ancient communities to adjust Great Powers described the Ot- Straits still represents a vital con- shadow across to Central Asia. cultural, religious and linguistic toman regime, was a problem cern to Russia now, as it did in the Containment of Russia continues boundaries without fear or retalia- which the Europeans preferred 19th Century. During the Yu- to dominate the policy of the tion. National chauvinism and in- not to deal with, or at least put off goslav crises in the 1990's, consid- Great Western Power, augmented security can thus die a quiet death. for another generation. In this erable rhetoric and spilled ink was by the obsession with “fundamen- context, the persistent demands of expended on Russia's ties to the talist” Islam as the new mantra of Dr. Gerolymatos is Chair of Balkan communities for indepen- Serbs. After the 1999 Serbian de- the United States. Hellenic Studies at Simon Fraser dence was unwelcome and a nui- bacle in Kosovo, the clarion call The historic axis of Western University in Vancouver, British sance. Only when the situation in for a greater Albania has been far and, for that matter, Eastern Former President of Yugoslavia Slobodan Milosevic contributed to the Columbia and the author of “Red the region degenerated to the more tempting for all Albanians in grand strategy stretches over the Balkans' perennial powder-keg problems in the 1990's. Dr. Geroly- Acropolis, Black Terror: The brink of a European war would the the former Yugoslav republics. Aegean with Thessaloniki and the matos argues that ethnic conflicts in the region are continue, unless Greek Civil War and the Origins powers reluctantly intervene and Success in Kosovo has led Albani- Straits in the north, Crete in the and until Balkan people attain greater material comfort and security. of Soviet-American Rivalry.” 12 THE NATIONAL HERALD, FEBRUARY 18, 2006