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By Theodore Kalmoukos Special to the National Herald

BOSTON – Archbishop Christodou- los of Athens and All Greece is fully aware of the seriousness of the health problem that he has faced since June, but he does not despair, as he empathically said in an exclu- sive interview with the National Herald. “I hope in the love of God. Let His will be done,” the ailing prelate of the Church of Greece told the Herald from his residence in Athens where he is fighting liver cancer that has spread to other parts of his body. Last fall, a liver transplant had to be aborted in Miami when doctors found that the cancer had spread. His health seems to have taken a turn for the worse, al- though at times he feels relatively well. Archbishop Christodoulos His exclusive interview with the National Herald was picked up Church all the time, in situations of worldwide by both the electronic happiness and sadness. I have and print media of Greece. placed myself into the hands of God TNH/COSTAS BEJ Archbishop Christodoulos does and in the medical knowledge and Sing praises to the Lord, sing praises... not feel any regret about his time as ability of my doctors to whom I an Ecclesiastical Leader, because as have absolute trust. I know the Greek Americans celebrated the Christmas holiday in a festive spirit throughout the country with friends and family at church and at home. he stated, “I have done my duty to magnitude of my situation, but I do Above, The Pancyprian Choir held its annual Christmas concert last Friday, December 21, at Saints Catherine & George Church in Astoria. Dr. its fullest capacity.” not despair. I hope in the Love of Constantinos Giannoudis was the conductor. The singers delighted concert-goers. He proved to be one the most God. Let His will be done.” dynamic and charismatic church Asked how much this unexpect- leaders of our time and changed ed ordeal has changed him Arch- the way contemporary Greek Or- bishop Christodoulos said, “Pain thodox faithful in Greece and can influence the person in two abroad view the Church. He has a ways: either to harden and make Archdiocese Fire Relief Fund Now Has $3.8 Million lot of love, respect and admiration him angry towards God, making for the Greek American community. him antisocial and more distant By Evan C. Lambrou of Michael Jaharis, vice chairman the Sudan and past administrator Alex is involved because of his con- The Archbishop has been open from Him, or to mellow him, make Special to The National Herald of the Archdiocesan Council; Geor- of United States Agency for Inter- nections. They’re serving as advi- about his failing health and wishes him more humane and give him the gia Skeadas, president of the Na- national Development. sors to the committee,” Andonios to continue to keep the Hellenic will to see life and his relationship NEW YORK – The Archdiocese tional Philoptochos Society; Jerry Dimitriou, chief adminis- told the National Herald in an in- community informed. with his Creator and fellow man in Greek Fire Relief Fund Committee George Behrakis, chairman of the trator of the Archdiocese, and Arch- terview. “The health problem that I face a different way. The boundaries of will meet in January to identify Archbishop Iakovos Leadership bishop Demetrios of America are The Committee last met in Octo- is known to everyone,” he said. “It this dual approach depend on the specific needs and projects and 100 Endowment Fund; Dr. Antho- the Fund’s signatories, Andonios ber, and approved a $252,000 for was my wish from the very begin- measure of his faith. The one who make decisions on how to disburse ny J. Limberakis, national com- said, and Rev. Alexander Kar- International Orthodox Christian ning to inform the Greek people believes, which means he trusts $3.8 million currently sitting in an mander of the Order of Saint An- loutosos is playing an advisory role. Charities to purchase animal feed about the going of my health with- God and His will, will face pain and interest-bearing account, according drew (Archons of the Ecumenical “Jerry is involved because he’s for livestock which can not graze out any reservation or secrecy nei- the sickness and every type of tribu- to Bishop Andonios of Phasiane, Patriarchate); Peter Kikis, president the chief operations officer. He’s in because so much land was scorched ther any hiding of the truth. I do be- lation as a visit from God. Perhaps who is coordinating the Commit- of the Archdiocese Faith Endow- charge of the Archdiocese’s fi- by the wildfire disaster at the end lieve that the leaders of the Church at some point he might ask the big tee’s work. ment Fund; and Andrew Natsios, nances and knows what we need to do not belong to themselves. First The Special Committee consists President Bush’s special envoy to do administratively, and Father Continued on page 4 and foremost we belong to the Continued on page 7 Greek American Businessman Quantum Arrested While Recuperating Physics And From Multiple Bypass Surgery Man’s Brain

By Evan C. Lambrou gage fraud scheme” while he await- By Evan C. Lambrou Special to The National Herald ed sentencing for laundering mon- Special to The National Herald ey from defense contractors to Cun- NEW YORK – New York financier ningham, federal prosecutors in NEW YORK – Physicians often rely Thomas Kontogiannis, who is re- California alleged earlier this on the work of scientists outside the covering from open heart surgery month. field of Medicine to make progress in and is in custody of U.S. marshals A federal judge in San Diego treating and curing illnesses, but not at an outpatient clinic, appears to was concerned that Mr. Kontogian- too many people realize that quan- have continued “an illegal mort- nis, with an estimated net worth of tum physics can be applied at the bio- $300 million and close ties to his logical level. native Greece, posed a flight risk; Dimitri V. Nanopoulos, distin- cancelled his bond; and ordered guished professor of Physics at Texas him arrested. A&M University, was recently hon- Mr. Kontogiannis has allegedly ored by the Hellenic Medical Society Eirineos’ continued running an unrelated of New York for, among other things, $100 million mortgage fraud scam his contributions to quantum-in- Petition Gets well after he pled guilty in the Cun- spired models of brain function. ningham case. While he was stateside to accept Mr. Kontogiannis, considered a the Society’s 2007 Distinguished Hel- Thrown Out key figure in the corruption case lene award, Dr. Nanopoulos took against former Congressman Ran- some time to discuss particle and cos- JERUSALEM – The Israeli High dall “Duke” Cunningham, pled mological physics, and how physics Court of Justice canceled an injunc- guilty last February 9 to making il- research helps advance Medicine. tion freezing Israel’s belated recog- legal payments to then Rep. Cun- “The human brain is the most nition of Theophilos III, 1the Greek ningham (the California Republi- complex object in the universe that Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem, can was convicted of a number of we know of. Discovering the mecha- ending a two-year bitter political, le- crimes in November 2005, to in- AP/THANASSIS STAVRAKIS nisms of its physical function is a mat- gal and religious dispute within the clude being on the take for $2.4 Holidays in Greece ter of using different scientific disci- Church and the Holy Land. million from military contractors, plines in order to investigate that, The High Court dismissed all pe- and is now serving an 8-year prison A family takes a photograph at an illuminated star in front of Athens City Hall this past December 20. The and because the brain is such a tition, to include Theophilos’ peti- sentence). city of Athens had a series of festivities planned for the Christmas and New Year holidays. unique object structurally, we decid- tion demanding that the Israeli Gov- According to Mr. Cunningham’s ed to look at it from another perspec- ernment “show cause” for failure to plea, in which Mr. Kontogiannis tive than biologists do,” he told the affirm his election more than two was listed as “Coconspirator #3,” National Herald. years ago, and by Theophilos’ prede- the Greek American developer In treating conditions like cessor, former Patriarch Eirineos I, from Long Island bribed the former Alzheimer’s disease, Dr. Nanopoulos asking the Court to stop the Govern- eight-term congressman and Viet- Ancient Olympia Rises from the Ashes explained, the human brain can also ment’s recognition of Theophilos. nam War Navy ace. be looked at as a system of physical The Court ruled that the Govern- Mr. Kontogiannis admitted that By Yiannis Sofianos throughout the Greek countryside. Mr. Loving told the Herald that, structures which operate as a bio- ment’s affirmation of Theophilos as he orchestrated a laundering plan, Special to the National Herald But today at least, it seems like after graduating, he didn’t find the chemical computer with memory rightful and lawful Greek Orthodox using his mortgage banking firm to the area is quiet and peaceful. A job he was looking for, so he decid- banks and other hardware. Patriarch of Jerusalem rendered all funnel bribe money from two de- OLYMPIA – Ancient Olympia is fa- small Christmas village was formed ed to travel around the world for “We concentrated our research on other actions moot. fense contractors, Brent Wilkes and mous for being the original site of in front of the famous Pyrsos, pho- two months. neurons (core components of the Eirineos had petitioned Israel’s Mitch Wade, to pay off mortgages the Olympic Games in Classical tographs of which were beamed “There’s no way I wasn’t going brain and spinal cord). We go inside highest court last week against the on Mr. Cunningham’s home. times. Its residents are very proud throughout the world during the to visit Ancient Olympia,” he said. the neurons, much the same way we Government’s recent decision to Mr. Wilkes was convicted of of their hometown. This past sum- catastrophe. “I know about its history, and after started going inside atoms to find confirm the election of Theophilos bribery last month for lavishing Mr. mer, however, during the wildfires There is no sign of green any- the destructive wildfires, I feel like subatomic particles. Once inside the as the Greek Orthodox Patriarch. Cunningham with cash, trips and that hit the region, locals here where nearby, however. Kronios I’ve grown more attached to the neuron, we encountered structures The Court threw the injunction out meals. Mr. Wade admitted last year found themselves facing incredibly Mountain is now completely bare. area. When you’re actually here, it which constitute absolutely fantastic last Sunday, December 23. to giving Mr. Cunningham kick- difficult circumstances. “Anti-flood construction is al- feels like you’re going back in physical systems. It’s just amazing backs for about $150 million in “They (the authorities) sacri- most done, and we’ll soon begin time.” that the brain has such structures in Continued on page 7 Government contracts. ficed human lives in order to save the reforestation,” an employee Construction activity is busy. It’s place. One of these structures is mi- Mr. Kontogiannis had been free the Ancient monuments,” some res- working in the archeological area only a few months before the 2008 crotubules, substructures of the neu- To subscribe call: 718.784.5255 on $1.5 million bond, and was idents told The National Herald told the National Herald. “We need Olympic Games in Beijing, after all, ron, and they have something to do e-mail: scheduled for sentencing this past back then, accusing Hellenic fire- to be ready when it rains again.” but some point out that the weath- physically with memory, and their ac- [email protected] December 3. He was staring at a fighting authorities of big delays re- The museum and the archeolog- er can be a little unpleasant. tual structure helps explain how possible ten years in prison and sponding to the tragedy. ical sites are in excellent condition. “The weather doesn’t always memory is stored, and through what $250,000 in fines, but elected to The Fire Department argued They had opened their doors to vis- help our construction schedule,” mechanisms,” he said. have multiple bypass surgery short- there was no delay, and that the re- itors only a few days after the disas- said Charalambia Bartzopoulos Studying the physical, structural ly before his court appearance up- sponse was immediate, so it seems ter. In front of Hera’s temple, we who is in charge of the local refor- aspects of the brain can help scien- on the advice of his doctors, who like no one will ever fully know met Matthew Loving, an American estation project. According to an- tists from different fields understand had been urging him to have the what really happened back in late tourist from Boston. Americans and other worker who didn’t want to the mechanisms of memory and August and early September, when other tourists seldom visit the area Continued on page 10 the wildfires burned uncontrollably in mid-December. Continued on page 7 Continued on page 10 2 COMMUNITY THE NATIONAL HERALD, DECEMBER 29, 2007 The Trial of GOINGS ON... ■ DECEMBER 31 porary Greek poetry read in English Socrates – A The American Hellenic Educational and Greek. Proceeds from the Progressive Association wishes to Flame of Hope concert will assist remind all chapter Presidents and the overwhelming relief needs 21st Century Secretaries to send in all chapter which include housing and medical dues immediately. As you know, na- assistance for those whose homes Interpretation tional dues are expected in head- suffered considerable damage. quarters in the first quarter of every Tickets are $35. For more informa- year. If you are paying now you are tion, call Mary at 305-443-0135, By Helen Panarites seriously delinquent, please remit Tess at 305-448-3517), or Nancy at Special to the National Herald all 2007 dues now. If you are a 305-665-4608. member and you are unsure if your WASHINGTON, D.C. – Guilty or in- dues have been paid, please call ■ JANUARY 18-21 nocent? Did Socrates free young your chapter officer or headquar- CANCUN, Mexico – The organizers citizens from ignorance or did he ters to see if we have received your of The Greek Trip cordially invite corrupt them morally? “The Trial of 2007 dues. If you are not a member the community to this year’s trip to Socrates” was presented as a staged and wish to join our national mem- Cancun, Mexico from January 18- interpretation recently under the bership, please do so by visiting 21, 2008. The trip is an all-inclusive auspices of Ambassador Alexander www.ahepa.org. The Supreme stay at the Grand Oasis Resort. P. Mallias of the Embassy of Greece. Lodge had a recent meeting and Transfers, food, drinks, taxes, tips It took place in Washington, D. C. at they are preparing to call all Chap- and everything else is taken care of the Conference Center of the law ters and Districts to spread the during the stay at the resort. Ex- offices of Steptoe & Johnson LLP. word. Every elected officer of plore the ancient Mayan ruins, or Invited guests were assembled to AHEPA should be calling on mem- use your scuba certification and attend as peers to listen and evalu- bers to collect dues and chapters view the world's second largest bar- ate the circumstances that sur- should remit their dues now. Please rier reef. Truly breathtaking! Every rounded the enigmatic Socrates remember that all members who night there will be a Greek event of and to decide if the Athenians were did not pay 2006 dues are eligible epic proportions. We have the best justified in convicting him. It was for FREE reinstatement and all new entertainment lined up! Pricing left to the assembly in this City of members get credit for 2007 and starts at $529. For more informa- Athens v. Socrates Appeal Program 2008. Membership does have its tion, go to www.thegreektrip.com to judge and vote. The time frame privileges, discounts on airlines, or e-mail [email protected]. was not 399 B. C. and the venue an- promotional events, priority of other capital. Members of the Federation of Societies of New England attended a general assembly meeting on scholarships and more...do not risk ■ MARCH 7-8 In Ancient Athens there was no Wednesday, November 28, 2007, in Boston. Many announcements were made including the date, jeopardizing your status, call today TAMPA BAY, Fla. – The American public prosecutor in place to bring April 6, 2008, of the Greek Independence Day Parade in Boston and that $44,000 was raised for the to pay! If headquarters can be of Foundation for Greek Language charges by a government. Instead, fire victims in Greeceduring the two-day Radiothon Boston. any assistance, please feel free to and Culture (AFGLC), in partner- citizens themselves could initiate call upon us at any time. For more ship with theInterdisciplinary Cen- judicial proceedings with an oral information, call 202-232-6300. ters for Hellenic Studies (ICHS) at summons to appear before a magis- the University of South Florida trate on a specific date in the pres- ■ JANUARY 7 (USF) and the Richard Stockton ence of witnesses. The defendant, Boston Parade Announced for April 6 NEW YORK – The American Hel- College of NJ (RSCNJ) cordially in- Socrates, was required to appear to lenic Institute cordially invites the vites the community to “The Hel- answer charges of impiety brought community to forthcoming AHI lenic Legacy through the Ages,” a by 500 citizens of Athens. The law at N.E. Federation General Assembly Business Network Reception and conference at the USF campus on was on the books, but it was the Presentation that will be held in co- March 7-8, 2008. The Conference first time it was to be acted upon. By Theodore Kalmoukos served as president of the Federa- rize any such payment whose in- operation with our AHI New York will bring together academicians, Once the magistrate listened to Special to the National Herald tion and is actively involved in the voice was submitted on the day of Chapter on Monday, January 7, scholars, and interested individuals Socrates and his accusers, a date affairs of the Greek American Com- the elections last June. President 2008 at the Harvard Club in New who will address a) the long-term was set for the preliminary hearing BOSTON – The Federation of Soci- munity of Boston for many decades Papaslis, however, told the assem- York City from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. The influence of Hellenism in the (anakrisis) and terms for the hear- eties of New England announced commented on the small participa- bly that it was a misunderstanding AHI Business Network is a division world, and b) the on-going and ing were posted. The trial of the 2008 Greek Independence Day tion of societies in the Assembly. in communication between the of the AHI to reach out to the busi- projected educational contribu- Socrates took place in the Agora, Parade in Boston will take place on A strong debate arose from the Federation and the State House. ness experience of Greek Ameri- tions of the Interdisciplinary Cen- the civic center of Athens. Large Sunday, April 6, at a general assem- very beginning between the cur- Ms. Papaslis was the A vice presi- cans and to put it to work helping ters – which AFGLC has established numbers of jurors chosen by lot bly meeting on Wednesday, No- rent secretary of the Federation De- dent of the Federation in 2007 and other Greek Americans. Its pur- in institutions of higher learning. from volunteers could number vember 28. spina Demetropoulos and its for- furthermore, along with B vice pose is to share business informa- The cost of the Conference will be from 500 to 1501. This was in part It was also announced that the mer president Bill Kafkas about the president John Katsaros were re- tion and contacts. Its concept is underwritten by the well-known as protection against bribes, for no sum of $29,000 has been collected minutes of the last general assem- sponsible per se for the Parade and people helping people by sharing philanthropists and AFGLC bene- one could afford to bribe great thus far from the Radiothon Boston bly. The secretary had not brought the activities connected with it. experience, knowledge, ideas and factors George and Margo numbers of jurors. On this basis the for the fire victims in Greece. The the minute’s books to the assembly John Nikolaou, chairman of the learning new methods and ap- Behrakis. For more information, go citizens met in 399 B. C. to decide if pledges reached the sum of and she was insisting that no min- Auditing Committee presented a proaches from experts and col- to website of the Foundation at Socrates was to be condemmed to $44,000 from the two day Radio- utes were recorded in them. Mr. report and said that “everything leagues. The overall goals and ob- www.afglc.org; or contact Acting death for his alleged crime. The city thon of the Program “Grecian Kafkas on the other hand insisted was found in good order,” while he jectives are to provide our members President of AFGLC, Dr. John U. of Athens spoke. Socrates was Echoes” owned by Theodore Deme- the opposite and objected strongly made some suggestions to the the capability of networking with Balis at [email protected], found guilty with 56% voting to triades. to the secretary’s omission. Board. Greek American men and women. or the Conference Program Chairs, convict. Only 19 societies were repre- Elizabeth Papaslis, the Federa- Due to questions that Mr. Kafkas The featured speaker will be Stelios Dr. James Strange at Presiding at the staged trial was sented out of the 34 that appeared tion’s president, made mention raised about the Greek Expo that Hadjioannou, Founder and Chair- [email protected], or Dr. Tom the Honorable Douglas H. Gins- to be active and have paid their an- about the catastrophic fires in took place during his presidency, it man, easyGroup. Sponsorship lev- Papademetriou at burg, United States Court of Ap- nual dues to the Federation up to Greece last summer, as well as to became known at the general as- els and benefits include: Benefactor [email protected]. peals for the District of Columbia. now, and 40 individuals in total the visit of SAE president Stefanos sembly that certain inner financial $1,000 or Supporter $500. For Ambassador Mallias and Plato participated in the general assem- Tambakis to Boston. and organizational omissions and more information, call 202-785- ■ THROUGH MAY 2008 Cacheris, Esq., of Trout Cacheris bly. John Rammos, treasurer of the A long discussion took place mistakes had occurred. Ms. Pa- 8430. NEW YORK – The Children’s Muse- LLC. Oral arguments for Socrates Federation, was not present due to concerning the payment of a $990 paslis in her response blamed a um of Manhattan cordially invites were made by counsel Abe Krash, a health emergency that forced him invoice belonging to Custom Cater- member of her Executive Board to ■ JANUARY 13 the community to “Gods, Myths & Esq., of Arnold and Porter LLP and to be hospitalized the same ing for services rendered for the the extent that she even spoke of BRONX, N.Y. – The Agios Athana- Mortals: Discover Ancient Greece,” William Nitze, Esq., of Gridpoint evening, but he was discharged State House reception for the cele- “cover ups and lies” on behalf of the sios Association of Perista cordially an exhibition which allows children Inc. Counsel for the city of Athens from the hospital the next morning. bration of Greek Independence Day Board’s official. Ms. Papaslis, whom invites the community to its 23rd to explore the world of ancient was Betty Jo Christian, Esq., and Demetris Tsoumbanos was elected of 2007. Former president Kafkas is an attorney by training, refused annual Artoklasia and Awards Cer- Greece at CMOM (The Tisch Build- Pantelis Michalopoulos, Esq., each chairman of the general assembly. told the general assembly that such to discuss the issue with the Na- emony at the Zoodohos Peghe ing, 212 West 83rd Street). Your of Steptoe &Johnson. Constance Before the official start of the as- an order was not given to Custom tional Herald at the end of the Greek Orthodox Church (3573 initial tour guides will be the great Mourtopoulos of the Embassy of sembly, Mr. Tsoumbanos who has Catering, nor did his board autho- meeting by saying “no comment.” Bruckner Blvd.) on Sunday, Janu- gods Zeus, Poseidon and Athena as Greece introduced the event. Com- ary 13, 2008. The awards ceremo- they reminisce about their powers ments were made by Moderator ny will be followed by a luncheon and responsibilities. Learn how the Philip Kennicott, culture critic of at The Greentree Country Club in Ancient Greeks believed gods and the Washington Post. Professor New Rochelle. The Association will mortals interacted and take an on- Patrick J. Deneen of Georgetown also be celebrating its 90th An- screen personality quiz to deter- University was a panelist. Scholars Recognize More Genocides in Turkey niversary. mine which mythological character Why has the death of Socrates Two $1,000 Scholarships will be you are most like. Visit the gymna- mattered so much to so many dif- By Evan C. Lambrou genocides Turkish authorities com- “Whereas the denial of genocide awarded to university students of sium (school) and oikos (home) to ferent people over such an enor- Special to The National Herald mitted against Asia Minor’s other in- is widely recognized as the final Peristian heritage, and two mem- discover which skills were most val- mously long period of time? The digenous Christian minorities. stage of genocide, enshrining im- bers will be recognized for past ser- ued in Ancient Greek boys and history of Socrates’ death is for the NEW YORK – In a groundbreaking More than 1.5 million Armenians punity for the perpetrators of geno- vice to the Association. girls. Explore the importance of most part the history of philosophy move, the International Association and hundreds of thousands of Assyr- cide, and demonstrably paving the For more information and reserva- athletic competition as you arm itself. He was a skeptic who put his of Genocide Scholars has voted ians and Greeks were ruthlessly way for future genocides; tions call Gregory Chugranis at wrestle ancient Greek counterparts life on the line because of his prin- overwhelmingly to recognize the massacred in systematic waves of “Whereas the Ottoman genocide 718-585-3061, Gus Kaganis at 718- using mechanical arms, or test your ciples. He did not believe in the genocides inflicted on the Assyrian ethnic cleansing at that time, and by against minority populations during 892-6772 or Teddy Kaltsa at 718- leg strength as you learn about an- gods of the day who were at the and Greek populations of the Ot- much the same methods: mass exe- and following the First World War is 423-2032. cient jumpers. Become familiar very heart of Athenian civil life. toman Empire between 1914 and cutions, death marches and starva- usually depicted as a genocide with the ancient Greek alphabet by This translated into impropri- 1923. tion. against Armenians alone, with little ■ JANUARY 15 translating messages from Greek to ety—with death self-imposed. His The resolution passed with the Thea Halo, author of the ac- recognition of the qualitatively simi- MIAMI – The Greater Miami Hel- English. Learn about the heroism of disciples were prepared to help him support of fully 83 percent of IAGS claimed memoir, “Not Even My lar genocides against other Christ- lenic American Women’s Council, ancient Greek women in myth and escape but Socrates met his sen- members who voted. The resolution Name,” whose mother Sano sur- ian minorities of the Ottoman Em- HAWC, cordially invites the com- daily life and compete with the tence himself by drinking from the declares that the Ottoman campaign vived the Pontian Greek Genocide, pire; munity to “The Flame of Hope,” a goddess Athena in a virtual weav- cup of lethal hemlock and con- against Christian minorities in Asia lobbied for the resolution’s passage, “Be it resolved that it is the con- concert to aid the victims of the ing contest. Climb inside a 12 foot founded them all. He could be con- Minor “constituted a genocide along with fellow IAGS member viction of the International Associa- devastating wildfires in Greece at tall Trojan Horse before stepping strued as the victorious one. The against Armenians, Assyrians, and Adam Jones. tion of Genocide Scholars that the the Gusman Concert Hall at the into Homer’s great epic poem, The assembled peers in Washington, D. Pontian and Anatolian Greeks,” and “The overwhelming backing giv- Ottoman campaign against Christ- University of Miami campus on Odyssey, where you will journey C., almost 2,500 years later, voted calls upon the Turkish Government en to this resolution by the world’s ian minorities of the Empire be- Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at 8:00 through rocky caves and over open Socrates innocent. Justice was thus to recognize, apologize for, and ulti- leading genocide scholars organiza- tween 1914 and 1923 constituted a PM. The concert will feature the pi- seas; escape the crawl-through Cy- served in this different era. mately make reparations to the vic- tion will help to raise consciousness genocide against Armenians, Assyri- ano artistry of Grigori Zamparas, clops Cave; and sing like a Siren in tims’ families. about the Assyrian and Greek Geno- ans, and Pontian and Anatolian who is expected to receive his doc- the Sirens Karaoke Cove. Be pre- IAGS officially recognized the Ar- cides,” Mr. Jones said. “It will also Greeks. toral degree from the University of pared to face on-screen dilemmas, menian Genocide in 1997, but the act as a powerful counter to those, “Be it further resolved that the Miami in December. Mr. Zama- your choices will be tracked along QUESTION current resolution notes that, while especially in present-day Turkey, Association calls upon the govern- paras has received critical acclaim the way and your personalized on- OF THE WEEK activist and scholarly efforts have re- who still ignore, or deny outright, ment of Turkey to acknowledge the for his versatile performing career screen Hero Record can be e- sulted in widespread acceptance of the genocides of the Ottoman Chris- genocides against these popula- as recitalist, orchestra soloist and mailed home. Budding archaeolo- the Armenian Genocide, there has tian minorities.” tions, to issue a formal apology, and chamber musician in Greece, Bul- gists can visit the Temple of Zeus at Vote on our website! not been a proportionately equiva- The text of the resolution is pub- to take prompt and meaningful garia, Yugoslavia, Russia, Latin Olympia and assist in the recon- lent amount of recognition for the lished below: steps toward restitution.” America and the United States. He struction of a 3-D temple; learn You have the chance to ex- has performed at the prestigious about column construction, sculp- press your opinion on our web- Newport Music Festal, the Mainly tures and the giant statue of Zeus site on an important question in Mozart Festival in Miami, and the (one of the Seven Wonders of the the news. Salon of the Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria Ancient World). For more informa- The results will be published among others. He is Assistant Pro- tion, call Janet Ralston at 212-721- in our printed edition next week AHI Establishes New England Chapter fessor of Music at the University of 1223. along with the question for that Tampa where he oversees the piano week. By Theodore Kalmoukos to have more regional offices Mr. Rossides believes that other program. He is also the pianist ■ NOTE TO OUR READERS The question this week is: Did Special to the National Herald around the country. We are looking organizations reach out to wealthy with the Quartet de Minaret, a pi- This calendar of events section is a you go to church on Christmas for people who are willing to work members of their community more ano quartet in residence at the Uni- complimentary service to the Greek Eve and Christmas Day? BOSTON – The American Hellenic in the political process. So we de- effectively. versity. He began studying music at American community. All parishes, ❏ Yes. I went both days. Institute (AHI) established by cided to have the first one in Boston “We have to reach out to the age of seven in Greece, where organizations and institutions are en- ❏ I went on Christmas Eve. prominent lawyer and political ac- for the New England States. We wealthy Greek Americans for sup- he received his first piano degree in couraged to e-mail their information ❏ I went on Christmas Day. tivist Eugene Rossides, established then may have subsidiary offices in port as the Jewish-American Com- 1995, studying with the distin- 3-4 weeks ahead of time, and no later ❏ No. a new chapter in Boston to cover all other states.” munity does,” he said. “They have guished Greek pedagogue Yorgos than Monday of the week before the the New England States. Mr. Rossides also believes the 20 organizations larger than the Manessis. The concert program will event, to english.edition@thenation- The results for last week’s Present at the inaugural cere- Greek American community needs Order of AHEPA. Their American- also feature readings from contem- alherald.com. question: It has been more mony were Ambassador Alexan- to emulate other prominent com- Israel Public Affairs Committee has than six years since the attacks dros Mallias, former Massachusetts munities if they want to get ahead. over 100 staff members in Wash- on September 11 that also de- governor Michael Dukakis and “Unless we get involved in the ington. You give me 10 staff mem- stroyed St. Nicholas Church. Rhode Island state senator process as the Jewish, Cuban and bers and you will see a geometric While politicians have Leonidas Raptakis. Author and the Black-American community increase in activity and results. Our promised that the church will businessman George Chryssis pre- have done, we will not be effec- Greek Americans must learn how Expand be rebuilt, there is no plan in sented the inaugural program. Tina tive,” Mr. Rossides said. to contribute more to charitable ed- place yet. 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Continued from page 1 ty of Thessaloniki, to put this pro- going to use the money for this, and posal together. I just distributed we’re only going to use it here, or of this past summer, Andonios said, that proposal to the members of the we can’t do it now.’ We’re a Church. adding that IOCC just submitted Committee for their considera- We’re going to respond immediate- another proposal for a second pro- tion,” he said. ly, and I’m sure we can go to the ject. “The challenge for me is, we’re Archbishop, and he will respond if With the exception of Mr. 7,000 miles away. We’re not on the there is a way we can respond,” he Behrakis, who was out of the coun- ground there, so we’re depending said. try, and Dr. Limberakis, who was on other people for information. Andonios said neither he nor the conference called, all Committee I’m personally depending on IOCC Archbishop have gone to observe members were present, to include – because I’ve worked with them on the conditions in the fire-stricken Mr. Natsios, Andonios said. The other projects in Africa, and I have areas directly, but said he thought it Archbishop was also present. a relationship with them. They’re was unnecessary to do so because “We felt an awesome responsi- an internationally recognized IOCC was monitoring the situation. bility to our community to make NGO,” he said. “If I’m told it would make a dif- sure we research where the funds “We’re also in communication ference for me to go, I would do it. could best be used; how they would with American Embassy in Athens. But I don’t know what more I could make the greatest impact on the We just got a report back from them do than what IOCC is going to be lives of those affected by the fires; about what their findings were, able to tell me. There was discus- and appropriately express the love and what their recommendations sion about the Archbishop going in and concern of the omogeneia in are. And hopefully in January, we’ll the beginning, and it could be a America,” he said. have more information, so that the great photo-op for him, but he’s not “Part of the challenge is to find Committee can meet again and concerned about that. He’s con- out how the funds should be dis- make its decisions,” he added. cerned about how we’re going to do tributed. Once the monies were col- Andonios told the National Her- responsible, substantive work. So lected, the Archdiocese could have ald that the Fire Relief Fund has that wasn’t perceived as something just turned them over to the large $3.8 million, so far, but that the do- that needed to be done that would treasury in Greece, which has col- nations have now slowed to a trick- offer any positive assistance to the lected a tremendous amount of le. He also reconfirmed that the people affected. We have people money – upwards of 160 million Fund received major donations over there who are doing their euros ($232 million) – so the al- from Mary Jaharis and the Spanos TNH ARCHIVES work, and we’re comfortable with most $4 million collected by the family ($1 million each); $400,000 His Grace Bishop Andonios of Phasiane, coordinator of the Archdiocese’s Greek Fire Relief Fund. that,” he said. Archdiocese isn’t going to make a from Nicholas J. Bouras; $100,000 Asked to clarify Mr. Natsios’ role tremendous impact, but we do from Newman’s Own Foundation Archons, and many of them re- member the name of the bank, to “There were people sending a little further, and whether or not want it na piasi topo (to take hold), (established by Paul Newman); and sponded with personal checks. be honest with you. And I don’t re- care packages to Greece. Do you Mr. Natsios had any plans to visit as we say in Greek” he added. $493,800 from individual parishes Most of the checks I remember call the interest rate offhand, but know how many truckloads of sup- Greece in the near future, Andonios Asked whether that could that of the Archdiocese, to include mon- coming in from those individuals I’m sure those people who are in plies and blankets and things like said that, while the former USAID be done through a single project, ey collected from two tray collec- ranged from $1,000 to 5,000. charge of the Fund are trying to that left northern Greece for south- director was playing an active advi- like rebuilding a school, Andonios tions at Greek Orthodox churches There was also the occasional maximize the return until we need ern Greece? The Greece of 2007 is sory role, there was no need for Mr. said the Committee wants to assess nationwide this past September. $10,000 check,” he said. the money. I’m sure the funds are not the Greece of the 1960’s. A lot Natsios to take a firsthand look. information recently provided by The rest has come from individ- Asked whether the funds have not locked in long-term because we of the stuff that was sent from here “Mr. Natsios is a member of the the U.S. Embassy in Greece, and is ual donations, to include contribu- been diverted for another purpose, don’t plan on keeping this money is sitting somewhere because it re- committee, and he’s the one we de- waiting for more information from tions from other Orthodox Jurisdic- in light of the Archdiocese’s im- long,” he said, adding that he as- ally wasn’t needed. Greece is not an pend on for advice regarding the the Greek Government about what tions, he added. mense debt (currently hovering sumed Grant-Thornton LLP, a Big impoverished country, anymore. offering of assistance because that’s projects could be undertaken. “Is money still streaming in? No, around $7 million), and also be- Six accounting firm which also au- Greece is a prospering country his business. That’s what he’s been “That’s what we’re trying to de- but I just opened up a piece of mail, cause four months have passed dits the Archdiocese, is handling that’s made quantum leaps in the involved with in his various posi- termine. It’s a constantly changing in fact, and found a $2,000 check since the crisis hit, Andonios the independent audit for the last four decades. Sometimes our tions. He oversaw the largest aid reality over there, and it’s been dif- from the Serbian Diocese. The oth- stressed that the Archdiocese is in Fund. perceptions of the needs are not al- organization in the world, and he ficult trying to obtain information. er Orthodox jurisdictions also put better fiscal shape than it was, and Andonios also noted that he ways reality. We looked into all of could perhaps give us additional in- The Archbishop spoke to officials in out letters of appeal within their that the money was sitting in a re- helped administer the Archdiocese that, and we were told it’s not sight. He brings to the table that the Greek Government, and has own communities for assistance. So stricted account. 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina Relief needed. The Greek ship owners’ or- particular talent and dimension. asked them to provide the Archdio- donations are still coming into the “Absolutely not. The money is Funds. Tsunami relief was handled ganization has collected and donat- There was some discussion of him cese with a list of projects, which Fund. They’re coming in dribs and sitting in a restricted fund, and by differently, he said, because the Ec- ed 60-80 million euros ($87-116 going, but it was the same kind of they feel we can participate in. drabs right now, because most of it all moral, ethical and legal consid- umenical Patriarchate requested million). From our understanding, deal: What could he accomplish by We’re expecting another report came from our community (in the erations, we can not use monies that the money be sent to the Pha- the Greek Government has under- going there? If it becomes apparent from IOCC, which is the philan- early going, when the crisis was that are collected for a specific pro- nar in order to distribute those taken the commitment to rebuild that it would help for him to go, he thropic organization of the entire still fresh on everybody’s mind). ject for something else. The Arch- funds through the Metropolis of the infrastructure and the homes of is more than willing. And so would Orthodox Church here in the Unit- Some parishes gave normal diocese is doing better financially, Hong Kong (then under Metropoli- those people that were destroyed the Archbishop. We can all go for ed States. We’re awaiting their amounts – $1,000, $2,000 or and the end-of-year report will tan Nikitas). during the disaster,” Andonios said. photo-ops, but that doesn’t help the findings,” he said. $5,000 – and then others would show that finances are improving. When it was pointed out that the When it was pointed out that the mission get accomplished. We have Constantine M. Triantafilou, son come across with $20-25,000. We’re certainly not going to dip in- victims of the wildfire disaster still National Herald sent correspon- people on the ground. They know of Rev. Nicholas Triantafilou, is ex- Larger parishes like the one in Palos to a charitable fund to cover our have tremendous immediate needs dents to revisit the area, and that what’s going on. They have the ecutive director of IOCC. Hill, Illinois raised quite a bit of debts. This is a sacred trust fund, which remain unaddressed, the they found that much needs to be contacts. They know the specifics, “We’ve received another propos- money, and then held a fundraiser; and if I’m associated with some- Bishop of Phasiane disputed the done, Andonios said the Archdio- and they’re reporting back to us,” al from IOCC for a soil, leaf and wa- or an annual marathon and raised thing, we play no games. I’m the level of need, and said the Archdio- cese would try to respond accord- Andonios said. ter analysis laboratory in Ilia, money from that, and this year put backup to what’s already in place. cese was told the Greek Govern- ingly. “To handle these funds responsi- which is one of the major areas af- the money toward the Fire Relief This money has not been touched. ment would respond to that end of “If someone is in need, we’re bly takes time. By the time you col- fected by the fires. Part of the prob- Fund,” he said. It’s not being used for any other it. certainly going to help them. That’s lect information; by the time you lem has been the environmental Asked whether any attempts cause than what it was intended “Where do you get that informa- why we’re waiting for reports from put it all together and then evalu- impact of the fires. Farmers need to were made to solicit major dona- for,” he said. tion? At the beginning of the disas- people in the field. They just came ate it – of course you can’t make a be able to do analyses for quality of tions from other affluent members “The money is in a segregated ter, we knew that people’s immedi- back and saw what the situation is, decision without knowing all the soil and water – to know what the of the community, Andonios said fund that’s been set up at a bank, ate needs were being met. There and as soon as specific cases are facts,” he said, adding that he contaminants are, and what they many sent personal checks, albeit and it’s collecting interest, and was nobody starving in the street or brought to our attention, we’ll be would provide the Herald with a need to do to counteract them. for smaller amounts. whatever it collects will also be dis- something like that. Those immedi- more than happy to write a check. more specific report about the IOCC has been working in conjunc- “The Archbishop did write a let- tributed for that use. It’s with a dif- ate needs were being met by the We’re not going to sit and wait for a Fund within ten days. “We have no tion with the prefecture of Ilia, and ter of appeal to individuals in ferent bank than our normal bank – Greek Government and organiza- committee meeting. We haven’t problem doing that. 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By Nick Mavrakis taste that complemented it perfect- Special to The National Herald ly, as did the crunch from the al- monds. Kellari’s Parea The entrée choices at Parea are a 36 E. 20th St. concise, considered selection of tra- ditional Greek taverna favorites, Appetizers: $7-$13 sometimes with a touch of influ- Main Courses: $18-$30 ence from some of Greece’s Mediterranean neighbors. For ex- Near Madison Square, on the ample, the Garides consist of an as- East Side of Manhattan, lies Kel- sortment of fresh shrimp on a bed lari’s Parea; a bistro specializing in of house-made fettuccine. a casual, yet elegant, Greek dining Other dishes include the Ko- experience. Parea, meaning “group topoulo, which is “Amish” roasted of friends” in Greek, is the sister chicken (Amish being a term used restaurant to the psarotaverna Kel- in dining, signifying a fresh and lari (“cellar” in Greek), both part of natural ingredient) with hilopites: the Kellari Restaurant Group. Greek square-shaped noodles from Whilst the latter is renowned for its the region of Argos. The Paidakia, selection of seafood and fish; Parea which are grilled lamb chop loins, was created with a more traditional come with rosemary-baked pota- taverna-like menu in mind. Prided toes. on using local, organic produce as Seafood is also available at well as imported Mediterranean in- Parea. As a course-for-two, there’s gredients such as sea salt, cheese, the Seafood Platter: King Shrimp and beans; Parea delivers all that’s and Lavraki fresh fish, served on a necessary for authentic Greek cui- mountain of horta. The Tuna comes sine. with a sesame crust and is served Walking into the bistro immedi- with roasted beets. ately conveys a sense of warmth There are also the daily-specials. and comfort. The lights are turned Kellari’s Parea (above) offers a The Gourounaki, Saturday’s offer- low, wooden support columns are spacious dining room for its ing, is a fire, spit-roasted, piglet situated throughout, and, keeping customers. General Manager that comes with lemon-baked pota- its name in mind, a number of oak Stathis Antonakopoulos want- toes. Wednesday gives us the Koko- wine barrels are designedly placed ed to make sure that customers ras Kokinistos: rooster that’s slowly in the corners and crevices of the had their own personal space baked in a tomato sauce, served taverna. The white table-clothed, and waiters weren’t bumping with thick, home-style fries. candle-decorated tables, gracefully into patrons or each other. The Parea’s signature dish, however, prearranged with dining-ware, are food (right) is a mix of authen- is also the most popular. While I spaciously spread on the amber- tic Greek favorites from both was there, the 3 surrounding tables toned hardwood floor. the grill and the sea that is al- all ordered the same thing I did: “I hate it when I walk into a ways best enjoyed with wine. Yesterday’s Lamb. Going so far as to restaurant, and the tables are so actually trademark the name, the close together that people are...,” decorative display of bottled, fine lamb is marinated for over 24 hours trailing off, General Manager wines on a wooden frame against a in a “secret-recipe” of herbs and Stathis Antonakopoulos makes a backlit wall, serving to assert the spices, and slow-roasted to the squashing gesture with his hands to emphasis on quality wines. From point that, by the time it reaches finish off the sentence. 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Parea offers honey- entire restaurant was created with and black olives, and kefali- glazed baklava, apple-syrup galak- environmental-friendliness in ograviera cheese; serving to tide tobouriko, Greek-style rice pudding mind. “We wanted to give some- you over while you wait for your (rizogalo), walnut-decked yiaourti thing back to the community, “he first course. me meli (yogurt and honey), as told me. In keeping with an all- “Just like Grandma used to well as a number of homemade ice green philosophy, everything from bring out little pieces of cheese and creams and sorbets. the wooden beams, to the menus bread before dinner, we wanted to and drizzled with lemon; and veal- and the Athenian (lamb, eggplant, the meal. With its comfortably rustic at- and business cards, are made from offer our customers the same stuffed dolmades. capers, mushrooms, and mizithra With it, I went for a more uncon- mosphere, hospitable and ever-at- recycled and reclaimed wood and thing,” the manager told me. 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By Alexandros K. Kyrou more than twenty-five years of re- this disproportionate concentration of property, and resulting carnage press of the Ecumenical Patriar- detailed material into cogent analy- Special to The National Herald search on a multiplicity of issues re- on the history of the Greek state has were aimed principally at Smyrna’s chate of Constantinople from 1818 sis and original reflection. The lating to the Greek world during the led to a historiographical imbal- Greek population, 2,000 of whom to 1820, and an analysis of Kara- book’s diversity of inquiry is bal- late Ottoman period, Clogg’s metic- ance. Many aspects of the modern were killed by the Turks before or- manlidika inscriptions from the anced by unmistakable, intercon- Richard Clogg. Anatolica: Stud- ulous source work and textual Greek historical experience, both der was restored. A second article, Monastery of Zoodokhos Pigi in nected constellations of thematic ies in the Greek East in the 18th and analysis is a model of serious schol- prior to 1830 and as related to the The Byzantine Legacy in the Mod- Constantinople. The essay, “The cohesion. Specialists in each of the 19th Centuries. Aldershot, Hamp- arship. As such, this book is a wel- Greek populations outside the fron- ern Greek World: The Megali Idea,” Didhaskalia Patriki (1798): An Or- specific areas treated by Clogg will shire, Great Britain; Brookfield, come contribution to a topic that tiers of the newly independent offers a concise overview of the cen- thodox Reaction to French Revolu- find much value in these prodi- Vermont: Varorium, Ashgate Pub- has yet to receive sufficient atten- Greek state, have been left largely terpiece of Greek expansionist, irre- tionary Propaganda,” is especially giously researched essays, while lishing, 1996. Pp. x, 321. $134.95, tion in either Greek or Ottoman his- unexplored by most historians. The dentist, ideology during the nine- significant for its understanding of generalists and readers with limit- hardback. torical studies. significance of Clogg’s undertaking teenth century. the Personal Teaching as a com- ed background will appreciate the This volume is actually a collec- in Anatolica: Studies in the Greek The studies devoted to intellec- mentary on the Orthodox hierarchy book as a rich, multi-subject primer Richard Clogg, professor emeri- tion of seventeen articles previously East lies in his ability to communi- tuals and Greek interaction with during the late eighteenth century, for the history of the Greeks under tus at Oxford University, has been published by Clogg in various liter- cate the implications of, and to be- the Western Europe emphasize as well as a reliable source for a Ottoman rule. Clogg’s many previ- instrumental in advancing critical ary venues between 1968 and gin to remedy, the aforementioned both prominent individuals and in- translation of this famous docu- ous and subsequent books have research in modern Greek history 1992. In addition, the book in- historiographical lacunae. fluential currents of thought. Two ment condemning political, secular had an enormous impact in the ad- for almost four decades. As one of cludes an original introduction, a Clogg compellingly explains that of these articles explore Adaman- radicalism. vancement of modern Greek histo- the world’s most influential histori- detailed index, and a very useful the Greek demographic, cultural, tios Korais’ connections to the All in all, Anatolica: Studies in ry, and Anatolica: Studies in the ans of modern Greece - generally map of the Balkans, Asia Minor, the institutional, and intellectual pres- world of English letters and his re- the Greek East in the 18th and 19th Greek East has been no less signifi- regarded, in fact, as the dean of Middle East and the Black Sea re- ence in the Balkans, Asia Minor, the lationship, through correspon- Centuries is an exceptional and cant and influential. Greek historians - Clogg’s impres- gion. The map, apart from its prac- Black Sea region, and even the Mid- dence, with the British Bible Soci- highly accessible contribution to sive corpus of work is the sort of tical utility, merits attention as an dle East during the period of late ety. Two additional essays address the historical literature on Greece. Alexandros K. Kyrou is Associate scholarship, comprehensive and instrument for informing the reader Ottoman rule constitutes a critical an important but little studied topic Like all of Richard Clogg’s work, Professor of History at Salem perfecting, that one would wish for that the ethnological and cultural and rich, if somewhat neglected, - the press and printing in Ottoman this compilation is distinguished by State College in Salem, Massa- all fields and disciplines, let alone expanse of Hellenism, certainly for layer in the historical experience of lands during the late nineteenth both its component and aggregate chusetts, where he teaches on the Greek studies. The author of more the period under Clogg’s investiga- the modern Greeks. Indeed, the century. In another piece, Clogg an- scholarly rigor. Clogg possesses a Balkans, Byzantium, and the Ot- than two dozen books, including tion, extended far beyond the cur- book’s very title is drawn from the alyzes how the interpretation of the rare talent for transforming highly toman Empire. the standard introduction to the rent boundaries of the modern historic Greek phrase I kath’imas past by the small, pre-indepen- field - Cambridge University Press’ Greek state. Indeed, one of the cen- Anatoli, meaning “Our East” or dence intelligentsia informed their A Concise History of Greece - and tral paradoxes of the Greek nation- “The East according to us.” This outlook, behavior, and contribution over one hundred articles, Clogg’s alist experience was the process phrase, common before the Asia to the development of the Greek contribution to the rigorous study that led to either the reduction or Minor Catastrophe of 1922, de- national movement. of modern Greek history has been loss of Hellenic population centers, scribed a worldview underpinned The book’s institutional, cultur- Scholarships available matchless. as well as regional spheres of cul- by the presence of Greeks and/or al, and group studies examine the The breadth of Clogg’s work, tural influence, in inverse propor- their culture throughout much of centrality of the Orthodox millet which is not limited by narrow in- tion to the expansion of the Greek the Eastern Mediterranean and (the basis and primary unit of reli- The Hellenic University Club of New York terests, approach, setting, or even state. 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Asia Minor, and the cultural and in- Awarded to high school seniors (3) who reside ties as an historian, his many publi- cessor states from the Ottoman Em- As a compilation reprising previ- tellectual ferment of the late 1700s Undergraduate cations deal with virtually every pire, the vast majority of Greece’s ously published articles, Anatolica: that influenced the revolutionary in the New York Tri-State area. Must be top 10% conceivable aspect of Greek history. national population and lands re- Studies in the Greek East is not impulses of the Greek Diaspora and of class or over 1900 SAT and family annual Whether through his studies on the mained un-liberated. Consequently, structured around explicit organi- elite Ottoman Greek society, as well income under $75K. Greek world under Ottoman rule, the Greek state’s raison d’etre for zational categories. Nonetheless, as the rise of a mercantile elite Deadline for applications is May 1st, 2008. eighteenth-century intellectuals, virtually the entire first century of the volume is notable for an under- wedded to the political and eco- Orthodox hierarchs, the Greek Rev- its history was the liberation and lying thematic unity based on four nomic Ottoman status quo. There Graduate The Dr. Fred Valergakis Research Grant (several) olution, Greece in the early twenti- unification of the Greek people and general classifications: politics/po- is also an analysis and reprint of the is presented annually to researchers and graduate eth century, Greece during the crisis lands still held by the Ottoman Em- litical history; intellectuals, ideolo- journal of the Englishman Ben- students of Hellenic ancestry who are studying of the 1940s, the Colonels’ dictator- pire. In a phrase, irredentism was gy, and Greek interaction with the jamin Barker’s tour of Thrace in Medical, Biological or Social Sciences ship, national elections and politics the overarching goal and purpose West; institutional, cultural, and 1823. The article on Barker, who at an accredited institution. in the 1980s, or the global Greek of the newly independent Greek group studies; and Orthodoxy and traveled among the Greeks on be- Diaspora, Richard Clogg’s scholar- state, to the oftentimes-negative religion. half of Protestant British mission- The Dr. Papanicolaou Heritage Grant (1) ship has treated the entire topogra- diminution of either domestic and The studies on politics comprise ary interests, is a fascinating com- is presented annually to a researcher who is studying phy of modern Greek history. foreign-policy priorities. two articles and make up the small- plement to the pieces on religion Classical and Byzantine Hellenic Culture. The book under review herein, The obvious importance of, and est number of contributions, while and Orthodoxy. Indeed, Clogg’s Anatolica: Studies in the Greek East consequent interest in, the emer- each of the other three subjects is studies in this area are of consider- Minimum monetary grant is $1,500 in the 18th and 19th Centuries, is gence of Greek nationalism and its represented equally by five articles. able value. significant because, like Clogg’s chief byproduct - the Greek state - With respect to the first thematic The essays on religion include many other books, it reminds that have led historians to focus most of category - political history - Clogg one of the few serious treatments of For further information and applications visit our web site at: in the final analysis, rigorous histor- their efforts on the history of the examines the Smyrna rebellion of anti-clericalism in pre-indepen- www.hucny.org or request application by mail: ical scholarship is the sum of three state, its nation- and state-building March 1797, an urban riot origina- dence Greece, a history of the Or- HUC Scholarship Committee elemental but illusive parts: ex- processes, territorial expansion, tion in the breakdown of discipline thodox neomartyr Athansios of George Kiriazides Bessie Lygnos haustive research, incisive analysis, and the transformative experiences in the city’s janissary garrison. The Smyrna, a study of the publication PO Box 6882, FDR Station, New York, NY 10150 • E-mail: [email protected] and lucid writing. The result of of the twentieth century. However, day-long rebellion, mass burnings of Protestant tracts at the Greek 6 OBITUARIES CLASSIFIEDS THE NATIONAL HERALD, DECEMBER 29, 2007 Archbishop Chrysostomos I, 80, Fr. Anthony Sirigos, 77, Acheived Former Head of Church in Cyprus his Dream of Becoming a Priest By Dean Sirigos leader William Spiropoulos, to make and Successor of Makarios the substantial donation that led to Born in a small town on a small is- the establishment of the high school NICOSIA (AP) – Archbishop mos I, who had lived out his final land in Greece in 1930, Father Antho- named in his honor at the St. Chrysostomos I, formerly of days in seclusion in his room at the ny Sirigos waited 17 years to meet his Nicholas Church in Flushing. Cyprus, died last Saturday, Decem- Archbishopric in Nicosia. father. An only child, he was raised When Father Anthony Sirigos ar- ber 22, after a long bout with an “The late Archbishop was a in the picturesque and historic town rived in the United States, he imme- undisclosed illness, Church officials deeply spiritual man, and held aloft of Kastro on the island of Sifnos by his diately became active in Boston’s said. He was 80. the flame of faith and country in mother Calliope. His need for a fa- Cathedral of the Annunciation. His Chrysostomos had reportedly difficult and trying times,” the cur- ther was met by the local priests and pastor, Father Dimitrios, who later been suffering from Alzheimer’s rent Archbishop said. “He will live spiritually by Jesus Christ. After the became Archbishop Iakovos of North disease, and was unable to carry in history, and in the minds of all depression, World War II and the and South America, encouraged him out his duties on the eastern who knew and lived with him, and Greek Civil War, his father Constanti- in his dream of also serving God as a Mediterranean island for several we will always honor his memory.” nos, who had supported his family as Greek Orthodox priest. When he years. Chrysostomos’ body lay in state a merchant seaman based mainly in moved to New York and began to In May 2006, Ecumenical Patri- last Sunday and Monday at Saint Boston, was finally able to bring his raise a family in Brooklyn it seemed arch Bartholomew I of Constantino- John’s Cathedral, within Archbish- family to America. He first met his fa- as if his dream would never be real- ple, spiritual leader of the world’s opric grounds. The funeral was Archbishop Chrysostomos I, formerly of Cyprus ther in 1947, who, good man that he ized, but he never lost hope, and he 250 million Orthodox Christians – held on Christmas Eve. was, didn’t know what to make of his would often express his wish to chaired a meeting of Church elders Chrysostomos was elevated to Paphos-born Chrysostomos After graduate studies in Great only child’s desire to become a priest Archibishop Iakovos to be ordained which called for the incapacitated the Church of Cyprus’ senior posi- joined the Church as a young monk Britain, he worked as a teacher in – even though Greek Orthodox by his own hand. After many years prelate’s “honorary removal.” tion in 1977, when he succeeded at the island republic’s famed Cyprus. Chrysostomos was or- priests can marry and provide their of parish-based training and service Chrysostomos’ successor, Arch- the late Archbishop Makarios, the Kykkos Monastery, before earning dained suffragan bishop in 1968 parents with grandchildren. His at the Annunciation Church in Man- bishop Chrysostomos II, said death first post-independence president degrees in philosophy and theology and Metropolitan of Paphos in mother did not like the idea either. hattan and the Three Hierarchs had come as “a relief” to Chrysosto- of Cyprus. from the University of Athens. 1973. Father Anthony learned English church in Brooklyn, under Fathers at East Boston High, earned his high George Nassis, Angelo Gavalas and school diploma at the High School of Eugene Pappas, Anthony Sirigos was Commerce when his family moved ordained Deacon on January 1, to New York, and studied for two 1984, not by his beloved Archbishop DEATHS years at City University of New York Iakovos but by Bishop Methodios, before serving two years in Korea now Metropolitan Methodios of ■ ANAGNOS, GUS look over the family with guidance, versity of Maryland and Johns Hop- his sons Christopher (Gloria) and Pe- with the U.S. army. In 1959, he jour- Boston, whose own dreams of ordi- STOCKTON, Calif. – The LodiNews wisdom, compassion and love. She kins University majoring in lan- ter (Yolanda); his grandchildren neyed to Greece and met and mar- nation Father Anthony encouraged reported that Gus John Anagnos, 77, was one-of-a-kind and will be deeply guages. As a young woman she en- Ryan (Tammy), Matthew (Jess) and ried his bride, Catherine Kyliti, who when the Metropolitan was working passed away in a Lodi hospital sur- missed. She was a loving and devot- joyed a fashion and advertising mod- Megan (Nick); his great grandson, also grew up without a father. his way through school. He was or- rounded by his family. He is survived ed Mother, Grandmother, Great eling career. She had worked as a Jarrod Gaudette; and several nieces The responsibilities of taking care dained a priest the following year. by his wife Popi Anagnos; his daugh- Grandmother and Great, Great Spanish teacher at Hereford High and nephews. He was predeceased of and supporting his parents who After serving as an assistant priest at ters H. Tina (Fredrick) Anagnos and Grandmother. She had passion in her School and also managed a family by his wife Cleopatra; and his sister were often ill, and then supporting the Three Hierarchs Church in Pam Anagnos of Escalon; his broth- endeavors and a love for life. She en- business in Baltimore. In 1978 she Artemis. Born in New Bedford, the his own family made attending semi- Brooklyn for 17 years, he was ap- ers Louis J., Angelo J. (Olympia) and joyed music. In her later years she set out upon a new career in real es- son of the late Christos and the late nary impossible. He was, however, pointed pastor of Brooklyn's St. James J.; his grandchildren Konstan- would sing throughout Volusia tate with Moore, Warfield and Glick Christina (Vassily) Perperas, he was a very active in parish life wherever he Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. tinos and Gabriela Selk Anagnos; County FL. with various bands and in Ocean City until her retirement in life long resident of the city and com- lived, as a member of the choir, Father Anthony Sirigos is survived and several nieces and nephews. He musicians including a private perfor- 2006. She was a member of the Na- municant of St. George Greek Ortho- chanter, parish council member, Sun- by his wife Catherine; his children was predeceased by his brother Spiro mance with the Bill Loomis Band for tional Association of Realtors. Mari- dox Church. A graduate of New Bed- day school teacher and founder and Constantine, Calliope and Dimitra; J. Anagnos; and his sister in-law An- the LSO and their family members. na loved the arts and used them as a ford High School and New Bedford director of the Three Hierarchs Sun- his son-in-law Rev. Alexander Pa- gela Anagnos. He was born in Rizes She continued to perform until her means to raise funds for various Textile he was the head Textile De- day School worship services. Many pagikos; and his grandsons Michael, Tripolis, Greece to John and Harriet memory for the lyrics began to slip. charities. She was a prolific reader, signer for the Berkshire Hathaway children of the 60s and 70s sing the Anthony, Nicholas, Alexander, Anagnos. He arrived in Lodi in 1951. Although she never lost the beautiful she loved bridge and traveled exten- for many years until his retirement. hymns during liturgy today thanks to Alphonse, Anthony and Panagiotis. From 1951-57 he worked at Lodi Su- sound of her voice, being the true sively. The funeral was held on Fri- He served in the Army during World the efforts of the little man with the per Mold Corp. In 1957-1981, with professional that she was, Crustalo day, December 28, 2007 at St. War II stationed in England. He loved bell. He persuaded his employer, the Dean Sirigos was Father Anthony his brother Angelo he operated Pay- made the difficult decision to hang George Greek Orthodox Church in to golf and was a former member of late restaurateur and community Sirigos’ son. less Market in Lodi. From 1981-1998 up her microphone. As talented as Ocean City. Memorial donations to the Whaling City Golf Club. He was he was partners with his brothers in she was singing, Crustalo was equal- the American Cancer Society c/o also a member of the American Le- Sunwest Liquors, from where he re- ly talented in the kitchen. She was a Gerri Harrison (337 Winter Quarters gion Post in Acushnet. An avid sports tired. In 1962, he married the love of master cook and unsurpassed in her Diver, Pocomoke City, MD 21851) or fan, he loved the Red Sox and all of CLASSIFIEDS his life, Popi Maneta-Anagnos, and ability to prepare fabulous cuisines. Coastal Hospice (2604 Old Ocean the other New England teams. He together they settled in Lodi and She loved live entertainment shop- City Road, PO Box 1733, Salisbury, enjoyed spending time with friends started their family. Throughout his ping and dining out. She also en- MD 21802). and family especially his grandchil- HELP WANTED FUNERAL HOMES life he was a local Vinyardist and joyed the social circuit. As a member dren and "Princess," his grand puppy. farmer for many years. He was a of the Halifax River Yacht Club, Or- ■ COUTROS, ANTHONY The funeral was held on December VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHER/ CONSTANTINIDES member of St. Basil's Greek Ortho- mond Beach Moose and Elks Club, EDISON, N.J. – It was reported that 22 at Saint George Greek Orthodox CINEMATOGRAPHER FUNERAL PARLOR Co. dox Church. He enjoyed returning she enjoyed her time socializing with Anthony W. Coutros, 83, passed Church in New Bedford. Memorial INTERN WANTED 405 91st Street home to Greece, making wine, and friends and in the past, playing away on Thursday, December 20, donations to the St. George Greek Have an eye for video? The Nation- Bay Ridge - Brooklyn, NY 11209 hosting Easter holiday feasts. He will bridge. She had a warm and spectac- 2007, at J.F.K. Medical Center in Edi- Orthodox Church Building Fund (87 al Herald is looking for college-lev- (718) 745-1010 be best remembered as a loving and ular smile that could light up a room son. He is survived by his wife Mary Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA el VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHERS for Services in all localities - devoted husband, father, grandfa- and make those around her want to (Genack) Coutros; his sons John A. 02746). internship opportunities. Earn Low cost shipping to Greece ther and brother. He will be greatly smile as well. Although she did not (Lynda) Coutros and Craig (Debra) credit towards your degree and missed. The funeral was held on De- attend church often, she was a mem- Coutros; his daughter Elaine T. ■ ZAPANITIS, PAUL gain valuable experience in the ANTONOPOULOS cember 17 at Lodi Funeral Home. ber of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox (Stanley) Blondek; and his grand- CLINTON, N.J. – It was reported that world of journalism. Send current FUNERAL HOME, INC. Memorial donations to the St. Basil's Church and her faith and beliefs children Alexis (Nathan) Parrish, Pe- Paul Zapantis, 85, passed away on resume, cover letter, and optional- Konstantinos Antonopoulos - Greek Orthodox Church (920 W. were strong. What she loved the ter Coutros, Stephanie Coutros, An- Thursday, December 20, 2007, sur- ly, a link to a web-based example of Funeral Director March Ln., Stockton, CA) or UCSF most in life was her family. On De- thony Coutros, Christie Blondek, and rounded by his family. He is survived your work (e.g. YouTube) to: pho- 38-08 Ditmars Blvd., Foundation - Pancreatic Cancer, (P.O. cember 19, 2007, the world lost a Anthony Blondek. Born in Jersey by his son Constantino Dino Zapan- [email protected] Astoria, New York 11105 Box 45339, San Francisco, CA beautiful, caring and loved human City, he lived in Colonia before mov- tis; his daughters Christine Tsimogia- (718) 728-8500 94145-0339). being, but God gained a new singer ing to Edison 22 years ago. He was a nis and Georgia Arvanitakis; his LEADING GREEK AMERICAN Not affiliated with any for His orchestra. Crustalo Lekanidis pharmacist and owned Coutros grandchildren; and his great grand- NEWSPAPER SEEKS other funeral home. ■ ANISH, CRUSTALO Anish (Granny), you will be tremen- Pharmacy in Jersey City for 20 years. children. He was predeceased by his Full-time AD sales representatives ORMOND BEACH, Fla. – It was re- dously missed. The funeral was held After that, he worked as a pharmacist wife Zoe (Halimos) Zapantis; and his for both GREEK and ENGLISH lan- APOSTOLOPOULOS ported that Crustalo Anish, 85, on December 27 at Saint Demetrios at several local pharmacies. He re- four older sisters. He was born in guage publications. Applicants Apostle Family - passed away on Wednesday, Decem- Greek Orthodox Church in Daytona ceived a degree in pharmacy from Clinton, son of the late Constantino should have some sales and/or mar- Gregory, Nicholas, Andrew - ber 19, 2007. She is survived by her Beach. Memorial donations to St. Columbia University. An Air Force and Christina (Panagoutsos) Zapan- keting experience. Fluency with Funeral Directors of daughter Erin Wise; her son George Demetrios Church (129 North Hali- veteran of WWII, he served with the tis, and moved to Greece when he computer use and knowledge of In- RIVERDALE Ducker; her grandson Jerry D. Wise; fax Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 34th Bomb Group stationed in Eng- was a toddler. He attended schools in ternet a plus. Bi-lingual command FUNERAL HOME Inc. her granddaughter Denise Ducker; 32119) or Moffitt Cancer Center land. During this time he completed Greece and served as a police officer of both languages preferred. This 5044 Broadway her great grandsons Christopher Foundation (P.O. Box 550985, Tam- 19 combat missions and two food in his younger years. He then worked positions offers base salary, plus New York, NY 10034 Frank Wise & Alexander Wise; her pa FL 33655-0985). drops over Holland. He was credited to rebuild the Greek railroad system commissions. E-mail resume and (212) 942-4000 great great grandson Colin Frank with shooting down two German after World War II before returning cover letter to [email protected] Toll Free 1-888-GAPOSTLE Wise; her brothers Jimmy and Harry; ■ BOTCHIS, GEORGE fighter planes, receiving the Air to the United States in 1956 with his FAX: (718) 472-0510 Attn. Publish- her nephews Terry and Desmond; NORWICH, Conn. – The Norwich Medal with two Bronze Oak Leaf wife and two daughters. He resided er or call (718) 784-5255 ask for LITRAS FUNERAL HOME her cousins Anne, Mary, Billy, An- Bulletin reported that George J. Clusters. Very active with his bomb in Milwaukee for a short time before Veta. ARLINGTON BENSON DOWD, tonette, Pam, Evangelos, Dino, Botchis, 84, passed away on Thurs- group's reunion committee, he has settling in Clinton in 1957. He INC FUNERAL HOME Christina and Cherie; her nieces Toni day, December 20, 2007, at Backus attended every reunion since 1985. worked at Wovencraft in Clinton for JOURNALISTS WANTED 83-15 Parsons Blvd., and Diane; her daughter-in-law Ang- Hospital. He is survived by his wife In 1995 he and his wife, Mary, at- several years before attaining his life Nation’s leading Greek American Jamaica, NY 11432 ie Ducker; her granddaughter-in-law Betty, his son George E. (Patricia); his tended a very special celebration for long dream of owning his own busi- newspaper, The National Herald, (718) 858-4434 • (800) 245-4872 Kathy Wise; and her dearest friends daughter Fay E. (Ned) Carlson; his veterans given by the Dutch govern- ness. Mr. Zapantis bought the Pa- needs reporters and assistant editor Gene Levy and Brenda Elton. She grandchildren Eddy, Laura, and Jani- ment for those who participated in pacalos Variety from his brother- in- for English weekly paper. was born in Wheeling, West Virginia na; his great grandson Leon; his the food drops after the war ended. law in 1969 and ran the High Street Exceptional writing/reporting TO PLACE YOUR in 1922 to the late Antonio Lekanidis brothers Marshall and William; his He was a member of Ahepa and was store until his retirement in 1989. He skills and bilingual fluency a must. CLASSIFIED AD, CALL: and Mary Frudakis Lekanidis. She stepbrother John Contoulis; his sis- a choir member at Holy Trinity Greek also held partnership with Markos Car a plus. Fax or e-mail clips and (718) 784-5255, EXT. 106, was a devoted wife of 29 years to the ters Constance Romeo and Despina Orthodox Church in Westfield. He Market, another High Street Variety cover letter to 718-472-0510 or E-MAIL: late Frank Robert Anish who has Bushman; and several nieces and was also a member of the Hudson Store in the early 70s. He was a small [email protected]. classifieds@ thenationalherald.com been patiently waiting her arrival in nephews. He was predeceased by his County Pharmaceutical Society and business owner with a big heart, of- 111609/01 heaven since 1984. Crustalo & Frank brother Steve Botchis. Born in Clin- American Legion Hellenic Post 440 ten giving credit to customers who met in Newport, Rhode Island where ton, MA on September 4, 1921, he in Union. The funeral was held on otherwise might have gone without Frank was a Lieutenant serving our was the son of the late Joseph and December 24 at Holy Trinity Greek groceries. He was equally proud of country in the US Navy while she Fay Botchis. A veteran of the U.S. Orthodox Church in Westfield. his award winning roses and enjoyed was a professional singer that per- Army in World War II, he was honor- Memorial donations to Holy Trinity ribbons won for vegetables in the formed with the USO and various big ably discharged with the rank of Cor- Church (250 Gallows Hill Road, Sterling Fair. He thoroughly enjoyed bands entertaining our troops. She poral, and was awarded Two Bronze Westfield, NJ 07090) or American cooking and baking, playing cards, loved to sing and in her later years, Stars and a Bronze Service Arrow- Heart Association (1 Union St., Suite telling stories, and trips to Foxwoods appeared the happiest with a good head among other citations. He was 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691). and the Atlantic City casinos. Throughout his retirement, he was subscribe band or musician behind her and a a life member of the V.F.W. Post 594, PRINTED EDITION OF THE NATIONAL HERALD microphone in her hand. She loved the 43 Division Field Artillery Assoc., ■ NAFPAKTIKIS, LOUKAS P. able to travel extensively to Greece via the post-office: to talk about her youth and the excit- the 192nd Field Artillery Battalion OCEAN VIEW, Md. – NewsZapeDE and enjoyed a most memorable trip ❏1 Month for $9.95 ❏3 Months for $19.95 ing stories of her years as a singer. Assoc. and the Norwich Lodge of reported that Loukas P. Nafpaktitis, to the Holy Land in 1997 with his fel- ❏6 Months for $29.95 ❏One Year fo $59.85 From the time she performed in a Elks. He was also a member of the 67, passed away on Wednesday, De- low parishioners of St. Nicholas club in Pa. where Dean Martin was Moose Lodge, A.H.E.P.A., Tucker- cember 19, 2007, in the Beebe Med- Greek Orthodox church, from where VIA HOME DELIVERY (NY, NJ & CT): ❏1 Month for $12.95 ❏3 Months for $29.95 the opening act to the bands she used bunk Lodge, and the American Le- ical Center surrounded by his loving he was a lifetime member. He was a ❏ ❏ to play with in New Orleans and N.Y. gion. Prior to his retirement, he family. He is survived by his wife former member of the AHEPA, and 6 Months for $43.99 One Year for $80.00 She was once offered a contract by a owned and operated Midway Pizza Fane P. (Tzotze) Nafpaktitis; his chil- held membership with the Paneli- VIA HOME DELIVERY (NEW ENGLAND, PENNSYLVANIA, prominent agent in N.Y. who assured in Westerly, RI and also in Norwich dren Martha (Chris) and Peter (Jill); akos Society. A noted writer, he pub- WASHINGTON D.C., VIRGINIA & MARYLAND) her in six months she would be per- and Groton, and was also part owner his sister Georgia (George); and his lished many letters of various sub- ❏1 Month for $15.95 ❏3 Months for $37.45 forming at the Copacabana and with- of the Lorelei Lounge in Groton. On grandchildren Alexa King and jects in the Greek National Herald. ❏6 Months for $51.75 ❏One Year for $99.00 in a year on Broadway. By that time, June 3, 1944 in Auckland, New Loukas Nafpaktitis. He was born July He was a very generous individual, ON LINE SUBSCRIPTION www.thenationalherald.com she was married, so she consulted Zealand, he was united in marriage 22, 1940, in Greece, and moved to supporting various charitable organi- ❏ her husband, Frank. Frank was fine to Betty Joan (Harding) Botchis. The the states in 1967. He was a building zations, and most recently, the wild- NON SUBSCRIBERS: One Year for $45.95 ❏3 Months for $18.95 with whatever decision she made. funeral was held on December 24 at engineer for CSN Management, fire victims in Greece. The funeral ❏ ❏ She told Frank she loved him and Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Kensington, Md., retiring after 25 was held on December 22 at St. SUBSCRIBERS: One Year for $34.95 3 Months for $14.95 married him to be a homemaker and in Norwich. Memorial donations to years of service. He attended St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in take care of him. She held no regrets Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church George Greek Orthodox Church, Clinton. Burial was at Woodlawn NAME: ...... of her decision, lived her life her way (247 Washington St., Norwich, CT. Ocean City, Md. He loved building Cemetery. Memorial donations to the ADDRESS: ...... and never looked back. Crustalo and 06360). and working with his hands and fix- Paul Zapantis Memorial Fund, to be CITY:...... STATE: ...... ZIP:...... Frank eventually settled in Massape- ing things. Loukas also enjoyed used for charitable donations, (C/O TEL.: ...... E-MAIL:...... CELL...... ■ qua, N.Y., in 1955. They lived and en- CHACONAS, MARINA working with computers, working in Clinton Savings Bank, 200 Church PLEASE SEND A GIFT SUBSCRIPTION TO: joyed their lives together in Massape- BALTIMORE, Md. – The Baltimore his yard and cutting grass. The funer- St. Clinton, MA). NAME: ...... qua for 21 years. In 1976, they Sun reprted that Marina Rois Cha- al was held on December 22 at St. moved to Ormond Beach, FL. where conas, 80, passed away on Wednes- George Orthodox Church in Ocean ADDRESS: ...... CITY:...... STATE: ...... ZIP:...... they lived and loved life until their day, December 19, 2007 at her home City. Memorial donations to St. This is a service respective passing to our Lord. In in Ocean City. 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Born in Baltimore dard Times reported that Constanti- (718) 784-5255, CARD NUMBER: ...... affectionately be referred to by her she was the only child of the late Pe- nos C. "Charlie" Perperas, 86, passed Monday through Friday, EXPIRATION DATE: ...... SIGNATURE:...... family and many friends. After her ter Efstratios and Voula Arniotis Rois. away on Thursday, December 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST husband's passing in 1984, Crustalo She was a graduate of Eastern High 2007, in St. Luke's Hospital, New or e-mailed to: became the matriarch of the immedi- School in Baltimore and received Bedford after a brief illness. He is sur- [email protected] ate family where she continued to secondary education from both Uni- vived by his daughter Tina (Ronald); THE NATIONAL HERALD, DECEMBER 29, 2007 GREECE CYPRUS 7 Eirineos’ Archbishop Christodoulos to TNH: Illness “is the Will of God” Petition Gets Continued from page 1 Asked about his thoughts and prayers for Christmas, the Arch- ‘why,’ but finally he is convinced bishop said, “This Christmas season Thrown Out that whatever God allows in our is I pray we depart from the usual life, good or difficult and even trag- things and to try to live the Mystery Continued from page 1 ic, He allows it for our own benefit of the Incarnation in an esoteric and betterment. In this instance the and existential way in the Church Israel’s High Court of Justice had sick person wants the communion and in the atmosphere which the placed a stay this past December 19 with people. He wants to become a Church creates, and only then we on the Government’s decision to participant of their love. He feels re- will live true Christmas. This year, I grant formal recognition to lieved from his association with have been going through a difficult Theophilos III as rightful Greek Or- them. On opposite side of the spec- period with my health and God vis- thodox Patriarch of Jerusalem. trum, when faith is absent or it is its me personally through my ill- The Brotherhood of the Holy epidemical, which means that the ness. My thoughts and prayers go Sepulcher (i.e., the synod of the trust in God does not exist and God out to all those fellow human be- Church in the Holy Land) elected becomes an enemy, then the illness ings who suffer and pain from sick- Theophilos Patriarch in August hardens the sick person and makes ness. The past years I use to visit 2005. him distant and unapproachable. I them in hospitals and other institu- A tradition dating back to Ot- thank God because at this difficult tions of the State or of the Church, toman rule stipulates that the gov- time of life, He has strengthened my fulfilling my duty according to Je- ernments of Israel, Palestine and faith and He gives me the opportu- sus’ commend. But this year my Jordan must legally recognize the nity to live all those things that I thoughts are with them and I pray Greek Orthodox Patriarch of the was preaching and teaching all the fervently for them, but most impor- Holy Land. Although Palestinian previous years. I thank God because tantly I feel for them more than be- and Jordanian officials quickly gave I am not alone. I have my spiritual fore and I urge them to have faith, the new prelate their recognition, children always at my side during strength and hope. God will not the Israeli Government had held up this journey of pain. Now I can pri- abandon us.” legal approval until this past Decem- oritize the values of life more easily Archbishop Christodoulos also ber 16, more than two years after and put the aside the small things of discussed his personal thoughts Theophilos was enthroned. life. I can more easily forgive now and prayers. Three days later, the High Court and extend the hand of my reconcil- “My thoughts cannot be about delayed legal implementation of the iation to those who caused bitter- EUROKINISSI anything other than mystery of the Government’s recognition. The ness and pain to me in the past.” Children sing Christmas carols to Archbishop Christodoulos on Monday, December 24, at his home in Athens. Divine Emptiness and free undress- Court was responding to an appeal Christodoulos also spoke about The ailing archbishop spoke to THN about his illness and thoughts about the Greek American community. ing of the Godly glory and the as- by former Patriarch Eirineos, who the issues that marked his tenure as suming of the earthly garment by was ousted in 2005. The former archbishop. the highest position in the Ecclesi- gotten lost and deleted with the lose those elements which today the Logos of God for the love of hu- prelate, who is now relegated to the “Specifically the thirst of our astical setting of our country. For passing of time. All these years the construct your Greek Orthodox man kind. If we could think about role of monk, was contesting his suc- people for love and continuous the sake of that value I have experi- Greek American community exists uniqueness and you will become an this great event, without the exter- cessor’s position. need for the ministry to aid them enced all the struggles, the persecu- and advances because it embraces impersonal remnant of a romantic nal secular dimension that the spir- spiritually or materially,” he said. tions, the sacrifices, the pains, the two steady values, Hellenism and past, which will look nice, but it of our times has given to this “Furthermore it is the conscious du- conflicts and the problems in gen- Orthodoxy. Those two values need dead. If these things apply to you in feast, we would be standing re- ty of the Ecclesiastical Leader to- eral; but also the satisfaction that I constant nourishment and respect. America, they also apply to us here spectfully and fearfully for life in wards the people of God. He should felt that I have done my duty.” As long as you honor them and in Greece, because we do not hesi- front of the magnitude of the Di- be in the frontlines of the lives of Archbishop Christodoulos also transit them to your children, the tate to often be disrespectful to the vine compassion which did not on- the faithful in the name of Jesus discussed the future of Hellenism Greek American community will values that our forefathers have ly happen once and for all, but con- Christ. I had always this value in and Orthodoxy in the United not only continue to exist, but to passed on to us. Do not give in to tinues to occur ‘today’ in the life of the back of my mind and it drove States. achieve new heights. If you aban- the temptations and conveniences every faithful person who opens his me to work and continue to work as “Everything depends on you,” don Hellenism and Orthodoxy you of globalization. Stand up and heart to the reality of the life-giving an Ecclesiastical man who holds he said. “Something which is for- will be assimilated and you will fight. The future is in your hands.” faith.” Greece FM Says Serbian Christmas EU Membership Not Excursionists TNH ARCHIVES Return Under Former Patriarch Eirineos I Linked to Kosovo Issue The Court ruled on Eirineos’ ap- Wintry Weather peal within four days – sooner than ATHENS (AP) – Serbia's future lies here. Both the Serbs and Kosovars expected – in what appears to be a within the European Union and its must show "commitment to a polit- move to stop dragging out the issue. eventual entry into the bloc must ical process and (avoid) recourse to ATHENS (ANA) – The return of The dispute over who heads the not be tied to developments in violence," he added. thousands of Christmas holiday Greek Orthodox Church was espe- Kosovo, the foreign ministers of Cioroianu said that "We need a travelers to Greece's cities comes cially significant because of the Bulgaria, Romania and Greece said democratic Serbia sparing no effort amid a cold front forecast for the Church’s extensive property hold- on Saturday, December 22, 2007. to implement reforms" that will east Mediterranean nation ings in Jerusalem, and throughout "Nobody wants to put Serbia in- help it join the EU. overnight Wednesday, with show- the Holy Land. to this kind of dilemma (to choose Kosovo Albanians have threat- ers in most areas and snowfall in Eirineos was driven from office in between EU entry and holding on ened to declare independence uni- the mountainous regions of central a scandal involving the transfer of to Kosovo). These are two separate laterally if the U.N. Security Coun- and northern Greece expected. real estate property in the Old City issues; any attempt to link Serbian cil remains deadlocked on the is- Authorities are on alert since of Jerusalem. Palestinian members accession with developments in sue. Russia threatens to veto any noon on Wednesday in view of the of the Holy Land’s Orthodox Christ- Kosovo would be wrong and coun- Security Council resolution that is return of tens of thousands of holi- ian community were outraged when terproductive," Greek Foreign Min- not supported by the Serbs, and the day-makers who departed the ma- the former patriarch allegedly ister Dora Bakoyannis told re- latter continue to reject an inde- jor urban areas, particularly Athens leased the property to Jewish in- porters in a joint news conference pendent Kosovo, offering broad au- and Thessaloniki, for the provinces. vestors, weakening the Christian with Bulgaria's Ivailo Kalfin and tonomy within Serbia instead. Despite heightened measures, 25 presence in the Old City. Eirineos Romania's Adrian Mihai Cioroianu. Asked directly whether Greece people were killed in road acci- has maintained that an aide made Greece, which has consistently and Bulgaria would recognize an dents during the holiday exodus, the deal without his approval, but opposed any change in Balkan bor- independent Kosovo, Bakoyannis while scores of people were injured his critics argue otherwise and suc- ders over the past couple of said that "we are not there yet. ... in traffic-related incidents. ceeded in removing him from office. decades, opposes recognizing an We will evaluate the situation on In terms of the country's politi- Patriarch Theophilos needed Is- independent Kosovo state if the Al- the ground (and) we must strive for cal leadership, President of the Re- raeli Government recognition in or- banian majority in the province a unified EU position." public Karolos Papoulias and his der to transact business legally in his unilaterally declares independence Bakoyannis and Kalfin agreed wife and children spent their role as the current, officially recog- from Serbia. Greece fears this could the EU must strive to keep commu- Christmas holidays in Cologne, nized leader of the Greek Orthodox undermine the Balkans' fragile sta- nication channels open between Germany. Church here. Thus, the latest case bility. the Serbs and the Kosovo Albanians Prime Minister Costas Karaman- before the High Court concerned the Romania, which has a substan- "to keep the region as peaceful as lis and his wife Natassa and their question about which Orthodox tial Hungarian minority, shares possible". two children spent Christmas in leader had the legal power to make Greece's position. Serbia should be ready to take EUROKINISSI mountainous Grevena, northern or rescind the real estate deals in Bulgaria looks more favorably at the first step toward EU member- Greek foreign minister Dora Bakoyannis, center, with her counterparts Greece. question. the idea of an independent Kosovo, ship by signing a Stabilization and Bulgarian Ivailo Kalfin, left, and Romanian Adrian Mihai Cioroianu after The prime minister and his fam- Now that the Israeli Government but Kalfin did not openly disagree Association Agreement with the EU a meeting in Athens, on Saturday,, December 22, 2007. ily visited the Grevena prefecture's has already taken protocol steps ac- with his two colleagues. He agreed in January 2008 and achieve candi- seat, where they were welcomed by knowledging Theophilos, including that "any solution not based on date status later that year, the min- The meeting was part of the Bucharest to prepare a summit the prefect and local residents. Also invitations as Patriarch to official compromise is bad" but said EU isters said. "Serbia has no alterna- three countries' regular rounds of meeting of their respective heads of present was Development Minister Government functions, the Patri- membership "is a community of tive to a European perspective," consultations. The foreign minis- state and government in Sofia next Christos Folias. An ethnic Pontian arch’s lawyers now await withdraw- values" to which the Serbs must ad- said Cioroianu. ters will meet early next year in year. choir sang Christmas carols for the al of Israeli police from Eirineos’ Karamanlis family at the Grevena quarters on Patriarchate grounds, Town Hall, where the prime minis- and the unfreezing of the Patriar- ter also met the mayor of the town. chate’s bank accounts. SPORTS Earlier in the week, the premier Patriarchal attorneys said they toured the Vasilitsa ski resort and at believe the first two actions should Aghia Paraskevi Monastery in the be automatic. Bank accounts were prefecture. frozen by police for reasons only On his part, main opposition PA- marginally connected to the recog- AEK Athens Regains Lead Atop Greek Super League SOK leader George Papandreou nition issue, so this may require a and his family spent Christmas in couple of extra steps, attorneys said, ATHENS, Greece - Nikos Lym- Athens, with a children's choir but hose steps should be quick and beropoulos scored two injury-time singing Christmas carols for the PA- routine. goals as AEK Athens trounced Er- SOK leader at the party's headquar- gotelis on the island of Crete 4-1 on ters. The above incorporates informa- Sunday, December 23, to climb Communist Party of Greece tion from reports published by the atop Greece Super League. (KKE) Secretary General Aleka Pa- Jerusalem Post on December 23 AEK capitalized on a goalless pariga also spent Christmas in and Catholic World News draw by Olympiakos at Larissa to Athens and heard Christmas carols (www.cwnews.com) on Decem- take sole possession of first place at the party's headquarters. ber 21. with 30 points from 13 games. Radical Left Coalition (SYRIZA) Olympiakos improved to 28, one leader Alekos Alavanos spent ahead of Panathinaikos which beat Christmas on the Cyclades island of OFI Crete 3-1 on goals from Vange- Tinos. lis Mantzios, Dimitris Salpingidis Finally, Popular Orthodox Rally Ancient Olympia and an own-goal by Pierre Issa. (LA.OS) leader George Karatzaferis Josef Nwafor scored for OFI. spent Christmas in Thessaloniki, Also Sunday it was Asteras 1, northern Greece. Rises from Ashes Atromitos 0; Veria 1, Panionios 1; and, Iraklis 0, Aris 2. Continued from page 1 Ergotelis exploited a mistake by Austrian goalkeeper Jurgen Macho identify himself the pay is very low to take the lead on a goal by Perica Reading is to the mind what and the authorities haven’t even Ognjenovic in the 18th. The Atheni- exercise is to the body. It is provided them with the right ans equalized with a header by de- wholesome and bracing for the equipment such as boots, gloves fender Traianos Dellas in the 29th. and coats. No one of the workers The visitors besieged the Er- mind to have its faculties kept who talked to TNH identified them- gotelis area in the second half, re- on the stretch. selves in fear they would loose their taking the lead in the 74th on a Sir Richard Steele 1672-1729, British jobs. goal by Gustavo Manduca. AEK Dramatist, Essayist, Editor When leaving Ancient Olympia continued to attack and Lym- we stopped at a local gas station, beropoulos assured the victory Nicos Lathouras, the owner, wel- with tallies in the 91st and 94th The National comed us. After 38 years in Athens, minutes. AP PHOTO/THANASSIS STAVRAKIS he left the big city in order to be Olympiakos started quicly, but Nikos Liberopoulos of AEK Athens, right, fights for the ball with Pascal Cygan of Villarreal during an UEFA Herald Bookstore closer to his mother’s birthplace. needed until the 28th to get its only Cup group C soccer match at the Olympic stadium of Athens, on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007. Villareal won 2-1. When asked about the wildfire dis- scoring chance when Predrag Exercise your mind... aster this past summer, he said, Djordjevic found Luciano Galletti in his shot hit the outside of the net. Galletti mistakenly gave the ball to Coast striker fumbled the ball to al- (718) 784-5255 “We lost our houses and loved the area. The Argentinean midfield- Four minutes earlier, Larissa Ibrahima Bakayoko in the low goalkeeper Antonis Nikopo- [email protected] ones.” er dribbled past one defender, but squandered a major chance when Olympiakos area, but the Ivory lidis to intervene. 8 EDITORIALS LETTERS THE NATIONAL HERALD, DECEMBER 29, 2007

The National Herald LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A weekly publication of the NATIONAL HERALD, INC. (ΕΘΝΙΚΟΣ ΚΗΡΥΞ), reporting the news and addressing the issues of paramount interest The Archdiocese Must Tell Us the funds being solicited for the vic- report on how much money it re- asking, “Show me the Money”? to the Greek American community of the United States of America. Where Charity Donations Go tims of the terrible fires in Greece. I ceived and how it was spent. This is Andrew Kartalis asked myself, “Is IOCC not an exist- something that we obviously are Beachwood, Ohio Publisher-Editor Antonis H. Diamataris To the Editor: ing and effective relief organization not going to get from the Archdio- Assistant to Publisher, Advertising Veta H. Diamataris Papadopoulos When I read your editorial with people already in the field, and cese – Again! Transparency is (“Where is the Money?” December are they not experienced in han- something that was promised but Managing Editor Evan C. 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The National Herald Inc. at 37-10 30th Street, LIC, NY 11101-2614 tsunami disaster in Southeast Asia. why do we need to set up a special Maybe Mrs. Jaharis and Messrs. the writer’s name, address, and Tel: (718)784-5255, Fax: (718)472-0510, We were never told how much was committee in New York that has no Spanos and Bouras, because of their telephone number and be ad- e-mail: [email protected] raised or how the money was used knowledge, staff or experience in positions, have been made aware of dressed to: The Editor, The Na- Democritou 1 and Academias Sts, Athens, 10671, Greece to aid the victims for whom we do- this kind of work and would not how their monies are being spent, tional Herald, 37-10 30th Street, Tel: 011.30.210.3614.598, Fax: 011.30.210.3643.776, e-mail: [email protected] nated the money. I understand that know how best to allocate and but the thousands of us back in the Long Island City, NY 11101. Letters the money was sent to the Patriar- spend the monies raised? 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Is it not fair for the laity to be THE NATIONAL HERALD, 37-10 30th Street, LIC, NY 11101-2614 COMMENTARY Christodoulos’ contribution As his health deteriorates from kidney failure and the liver cancer which is slowly but surely eating away at him, just one day before Christ- The Cost of Development, Progress, and Freedom in America mas, Archbishop Christodoulos of Athens & All Greece spoke exclusively to the National Herald. By Dr. Nikolaos A. Stavrou institutionalized. Millions of people spawning of a new class of land either lost their homes or are about In other words, even during his grave battle, he took the time to ad- Special to the National Herald in industrial democracies have swindlers, and the growth of to. The response of the government dress you, our readers. This is just further evidence of how much he cares been uprooted from their commu- tourist cartels that promise to re- was typically “free market”: it for and believes in our community. An intellectual fallacy has been nities, pretty much as the French vive graphic villages and towns made available 20 billion dollars to He had not granted any interviews for some time now, and it would be fostered upon our society in the peasants were prior to 1779. They with money swindled from peoples’ the banks to assure they lose no completely understandable if he had chosen to talk to one of the metros in post-World War II era, the fallacy of are systematically being converted pensions or in the roulette known money and implore them to be Athens, where he lives, instead of us. It’s a choice that speaks volumes. equating development, progress into mobile labor commodities con- as the stock market. What such charitable towards the new class of His message is simple, yet under the circumstances, it is sad, powerful and freedom with a- priori accep- stantly searching for basic means of trends do to national survival is not homeless people. Meanwhile, the and everlasting. “God, Your will be done.” He knows full well what that tance of free enterprise as the foun- survival. What these masses leave a question asked by those who transfer of wealth from the bottom means for him, but following Christ’s example, he is taking the cup. dation of all three. In the cacopho- behind is what Thomas Jefferson equate progress with development. to the top continues unabated and Aς γίνει το θέληµα του Θεού. These words, uttered by a man who nous debate about the nature of de- thought were the foundations of For sure, there will be no more unnoticed. knows perfectly well how sick he is, are more precious than all the gifts of velopment, and the political system democracy and the core rationale peasant women caring munitions The Congressional Budget Of- silver and gold which were exchanged during Christmas: They are espe- better suited to deliver it, the idea for citizen equality: a piece of land on their backs to help an army fend fice notes that between 2003 and cially precious to our brothers and sisters who are bedridden; to those who of progress is being buried in an they called their own that served as off invaders. These types of citizens 2005, with “enlightened” taxation, are challenged, as no person can understand unless his or her health is avalanche of statistical measure- ultimate security and a natural con- are either dead or have been en- similar to one applied in Greece by likewise shattered. ments that hide more than they re- firmation of both citizenship and ticed to live in urban prisons with- “development enthusiasts, 400 bil- Christodoulos has contributed much to the Church and Hellenism in veal about the human condition. freedom. Both Jefferson and John out walls and made dependent on lion dollars were shifted from the the almost nine years he has served as Archbishop. Cut from the same Arguments about the inter-rela- Locke considered tangible private state charity for survival. In their bottom 95% to the top five percent clothe as the late Archbishop Iakovos, he gave voice to the Church; he tionship of technology, arts, sci- property as an essential prerequi- new milieu they are far too busy of the population. Similarly, during made it matter again in national affairs; he rejuvenated Her. He will defi- ences, development and freedom site to a free citizenry. Jefferson trying to survive; they have not the Bush Presidency the top 1% of nitely be remembered as a strong, charismatic leader. are hardly new. But contemporary went a step further when he pre- the population holds wealth equal We also believe that the stoicism with which he is facing his illness, his social engineers, noted for their dicted the demise of democracy to that of the bottom fifty percent. unswerving faith in God, will be his greatest legacy. disdain for history, are repeating with the demise of the farmer and The backbone of But the decision-makers see noth- That synchrony of words and deeds, a life spent in the service of the errors of times past without draw- the small private property owner. American democracy, ing wrong with the system. Taxes Church where he preached – that what we want doesn’t matter, but rather ing any lessons from them. Indeed, Let us consider what happened in are raised, pension funds are raid- what God wants for us – and particularly their application to his own life, the same issues that are currently the past fifty years in the most ad- the farmer and small ed, retirement checks are taxed, under the most trying of circumstances, will become a shield of faith for but incoherently raised by an a- his- vanced industrial democracy that is property owners, have wars are started, and money is bor- many people and a new banner for the Church. torical and a-moral generation of looked upon as model for develop- all but vanished from rowed form China, Japan and Sau- True men of faith like Christodoulos keep the candle of hope in life leaders, had occupied the minds of ment. i.e. the U.S.A. di Arabia to satisfy lenders and as- burning, and keep the Church strong, vibrant and relevant. the great thinkers of the Enlighten- The backbone of American the land. sorted crooks. In the course of the interview, His Beatitude also took the opportunity ment, an age that gave birth to all democracy, the farmer and small Consider the state of freedom in to set the record straight for the next generations about how certain ideologies that have tormented property owners, have all but van- time question the rule of the few or this environment. Thirty eight mil- events, which marked his stewardship as the head of the Church of mankind for the past two hundred ished from the land. The black engage in public affairs. As a result lion Americans live in poverty. Over Greece, hurt him profoundly – as his closest aides attest. years. What constitutes progress owners of “forty acres of land and a modern, developed, societies have 10 million are homeless, most of “In that name – in His duty to the people and the trust the people had in and how to achieve it were the core mule” that Abraham Lincoln gave entered into a refined age of slav- them war veterans. Forty seven Him – the struggles, the prosecutions, the sadness, the conflicts, the prob- questions that Rousseau, Diderot them to make their freedom mean- ery made palatable with the anes- million Americans lack health in- lems. However, also in that name, the satisfaction I feel that, up to now, I and the Encyclopedists endlessly ingful, drifted into urban ghettos. thetics of vulgarity, phony patrio- surance, 2.5 million are in prison have fully discharged my responsibilities,” debated prior to the cataclysmic They left behind both land and tism, and paternalistic politics and and 5.8 million are under criminal As a man of faith, Christodoulos spoke just before Christmas and did events of the French revolution. mule to escape the murderous ways wrapped in platitudes and miss-in- probation. On the other hand, not want to leave any loose ends untied. Thus, having told us what he Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s “Dis- of Ku Klux Klan. The black farmer formation. three data banks in private hands went through, all the suffering during the past nine years, he is also trying course on Arts and Sciences” elo- was soon followed by his white Slavery means the inability of have accumulated over six trillion to put issues to rest: “Because of my illness, I can forgive easier and extend quently point to the fallacy of counterpart and in a short fifty the individual to fully enjoy the items of personal information with- the hand of condescension to those who embittered and caused me pain in equating progress with advance- years the agrarian population of fruits of his labor or set its price. out our knowledge or consent, the past,” he said (a clear reference to Ecumenical Patriarch ments in science and the mecha- the United States declined to a Neither of these prospects is possi- which they “sell” to the highest bid- Bartholomew). nization of production. His re- mere 2.8% of the total. The land ble in the “developed” societies. der, usually to governments. The But the Archbishop also agonizes over the future of our community sponse to the question of the Acad- left behind was swallowed up by The average American is a de facto lawmakers for their part roam the here, and is thus being indirectly critical of our ecclesiastical leadership, as emy of Dijon, “whether arts and sci- huge agribusiness conglomerates slave for five months and seven country trying to buy their re-elec- well: “The Omogeneia exists and is making progress because is devoted to ence” have contributed to human like the ADM (Archer Daniel Mid- days out of a year. That is the tion and argue about the merit of two principles: Hellenism and Orthodoxy. These forces need nurturing, re- progress and the refinement of land), which employ the once length of time needed to work just gay marriage and abortion rights, spect and continuous re-warming.” morals, was an unambiguous no. proud owners of the same land as to pay taxes which inexorably flow not about war or poverty. I doubt Obviously, he thinks they are lacking. One wonders how Rousseau would salaried workers. to the top 2% of the population. whether the enlightenment Is well known that, had Christodoulos not been elected to the throne of have viewed the equation of devel- Mechanization of agriculture Whatever is left from his labor is philosophers or the American the Church of Greece, he would have very much wanted to become Arch- opment with progress or the mean- led to the obliteration of the proud usually mortgaged to private banks founding fathers could have looked bishop of America. It just so happened that his predecessor passed away ing of freedom as peddled by a gen- farmers as a class, the end of a way for shelter. A 30 year mortgage on a upon our society and declared it before the expulsion of Spyridon. eration of instrumental academics of life, the swelling of the ranks of $200,000 loan would require ap- “developed”, “progressive” or and pre-selected political mari- property-less workers, and the proximately $600,000 total pay- “free.” onettes managing the affairs of transfer of power to those who em- ments to your friendly banker, who globo-corporations. ploy them. It was followed by the also retains the right to take your Dr. Nikolaos A. Stavrou is Profes- Development, progress, and demolition of ancient communi- house, if “market forces” have mys- sor of International Affairs and Still in charge freedom are meaningless luxuries ties, creation of ghost towns and teriously reduced its value. Cur- Political Theory (Emeritus), in an era where inequality has been villages begging for developers, the rently 21 million Americans have Howard University. The Turks, with plenty of intelligence support from Washington, are striking Kurdish fighters in Northern Iraq, claiming to have killed hun- dreds of them already. Before too long, however, it is certain they will find it necessary to extend their operations even deeper into Iraq, and with PRESS CLIPPINGS more forces than before. While most of the international press is giving the Turks a free pass, the Economist is taking Turkey to task for its treatment of Christian minorities. We cite a relevant excerpt from the article, “Turkey and Christians, the cross and the crescent,” published in the British newsmagazine’s Decem- Spanos’ Movie Theater Plan Raises Questions for City ber 22 edition: “Respecting the religious freedom of non-Muslims is essential to By Michael Fitzgerald “And even under the best-case town is more of an adult - I mean suggests eight to 10 years. The Turkey’s hopes of joining the European Union. Laws against Christians re- Stockton Record scenario, where we still have half mature - entertainment,” Herum Spanos Co. mentions 2012, five pairing their churches have been relaxed. Overriding objections from pi- the people, we would be below the said. “In theory, if we're going to try years. ous constituents, the ruling Justice & Development (AKP) party has just Over the years, I have watched threshold that makes that Cineplex to put in nice jazz bars, nice restau- Councilman Clem Lee may have restored an ancient Armenian church in eastern Turkey. School textbooks the various local initiatives of A.G. profitable,” he said. rants, it may be that Saturday night the right answer: “As long as it are being purged of an anti-Western bias. Yet many Christian grievances Spanos Cos., Stockton's biggest de- The city's contract with the mul- when you have a baby sitter you go takes.” remain. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan resists calls to reopen the velopment company, with a mix- tiplex obligates taxpayers to make downtown," but on other nights The bigger issue is the need for Greek Orthodox Halki seminary on Heybeli island off Istanbul, shut down ture of admiration and concern. up losses caused by a new multi- you might go to the lifestyle center. city land-use policy to mature past in 1971. Turkey refuses to recognize the ecumenical title of the Greek Or- Admiration because billionaire plex for 20 years. Such a fiasco is “I don't think it's necessarily true decades of piecemeal development thodox Patriarch, Bartholomew I, the spiritual leader of over 200 million Alex Spanos and his family have an quite possible. that people will only go downtown approved without regard for the Orthodox Christians. The Patriarch, a loyal Turkish citizen, has lobbied ingredient sorely lacking in San A second multiplex would also only go out north,” Herum said. city overall. It's time to look at pro- hard for Turkey’s E.U. membership. But this has only reinforced suspicions Joaquin Valley culture, the ambi- weaken everything from the water- “People will go for different experi- jects holistically, not just as a subdi- among ultra-nationalist detractors, who accuse him of trying to ‘Christian- tion to reach above the status quo. front arena to debt service on the ences.” vision here or there. ize’ Turkey and wanting a Vatican-style state in the heart of Istanbul. Nev- Concern because the family's marina scheduled for construction So the question before the coun- Toward that end, the Spanos er mind that the Greek Orthodox Church in Istanbul has dwindled to sometimes closed corporate culture in 2008, Pinkerton said. cil is whether to go with the con- Cos. would have a stronger case if 4,000 souls, many of them too old to follow their children abroad. Nor that occasionally gets an idea in its col- Plus, potential downtown in- sensus of experts such as Pinkerton its actions over the years demon- the Patriarch must, under Turkish law, be a Turkish citizen, a rule which is lective head that seems at odds vestors would be discouraged. or to give the Spanos Cos. its day in strated more concern for down- making it difficult to find a successor to Bartholomew I. ‘They (i.e., the with this city's best interests. Wait a minute, says attorney court, so to speak. town. Turks) apparently won’t regard the conquest of Constantinople as com- Such an idea is before the City Steve Herum, speaking for the Another issue: If it is fair to ask plete until the Patriarchate ceases to exist and all Christians have been Council now. The Spanos Cos. is Spanos Cos. The widely held as- developers to wait, how long is The Stockton Record published frightened away,’ suggests one restorer of icons in Istanbul. The govern- asking to change General Plan lan- sumptions about Stockton's movie fair? Former Mayor Gary Podesto the above on December 22. ment has yet to approve a draft bill to help non-Muslims recover thou- guage that forbids new multiplex market are opinions, not market sands of properties which have been confiscated by the state and either movie theaters outside downtown. studies. sold or left to decay. The Aya Yorgi church in Istanbul’s Edirnekapi district, The company wants to build a In fact, a real economic impact which was badly damaged in an earthquake, is one sad example. Its walls 16-screen theater as a centerpiece analysis has yet to be done. And it are cracked; its roof is leaking; a marble angel lies in pieces on the floor. of a “lifestyle center” upscale shop- should be done as part of an open Don’t miss... ‘All we ask is to be permitted to rescue our church, but we can not hammer ping center it envisions at Inter- public process which the Spanos a single nail,’ complains Bishop Dionysios, a Greek Orthodox prelate who state 5 and Eight Mile Road. Cos. understands is necessary, still conducts services there. Many Christians concede that AKP has treat- Again, admiration and concern. Herum said. The National Herald’s ed them better than its secular predecessors did. They blame the deep Admiration because, from what I If, after a top consultant's analy- state for their recent troubles. But the excuse of the deep state’s power is have seen, the lifestyle center sis, environmental review, exten- wearing thin after AKP’s big victory in July’s general election. ‘With such a would be a classy affair that makes sive deliberations by staff and the strong mandate, the government’s failure to meet our demands can only for much more therapeutic shop- council - even a threatened Sierra mean one thing, that the deep state is still in charge,’ says a Christian ping. Club lawsuit - a north-side multi- Biannual insert: priest. Or perhaps that AKP believes in religious freedom for Muslims, but Concern because the project plex is deemed harmful, an in- not Christians.” may kill downtown. formed council can vote it down, It may kill downtown because it Herum said. may kill City Centre Cinemas 16, But close analysis of the multi- the downtown multiplex that, plex's impact should come first. Un- Books more than anything, has helped til then, “People who make it more Happy New Year downtown to revive. than it is are shadow-boxing “That Cineplex is doing well be- ghosts,” said Herum. The publisher/editor and staff of this newspaper extend our best wish- cause half their customers come from He contends the two theaters Coming in January... es to all of you for a healthy and prosperous New Year. Thank you for your north of March Lane,” said Steve won't conflict. To advertise call (718) 784-5255 support. Pinkerton, redevelopment director. “What I see evolving in down- THE NATIONAL HERALD, DECEMBER 29, 2007 VIEWPOINTS 9 LETTER FROM ATHENS Presidential Nomination Campaigns are No Substitute Olympic Will End the Way for Grassroots Efforts and Making Your Voice Heard The Presidential Nomination McCain received the Hardin County. Roe (TEL: 857-288-6400). campaigns are heating up as the coveted endorsement contacted friends in her Fred Thompson for President it Started, in Trouble Iowa Caucus (January 3) and New of the Des Moines Reg- home-schooling net- 2008, P.O. Box 11647, Knoxville, TN Hampshire Primary (January 8) are ister’s editorial board. work, and bought a 37919. Sometime in 2008, gods can stop it now. just around the corner. All the candidates newspaper advertise- DEMOCRATS it now seems certain Greece should have In the Democratic race, Senator sought that endorse- ment for $38. She Joe Biden for President, P.O. Box that Olympic Airlines, seen it coming. It’s Hillary Clinton of New York, the for- ment. The editorial spread the word in the 438, Wilmington, DE 19899 (TEL: (previously Olympic been more than two mer First Lady, leads, but Senator board called Clinton grocery store and the 302-574-2008). Airways and before years since the Euro- Barack Obama of Illinois is narrow- and McCain the most church foyer.” Hillary Clinton for President Ex- that with so many pean Commission said ing the gap. Nationally, the Ras- competent and ready Because of Roe and ploratory Committee, 4420 North names it was hard to Olympic had been pro- mussen Reports, an independent to lead. her home-schooling Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203 follow) but perhaps vided unlawful govern- pollster, had Clinton at 40 percent; Senator McCain al- network, Huckabee is (TEL: 703-469-2008, FAX: 703-962- better known to many ment aid, and now an Obama at 27 percent; former Sena- so won the endorse- by EUGENE T. no longer unknown in 8600). of its Greek diaspora investigation has been tor John Edwards of North Carolina ment from the Boston ROSSIDES Iowa, and actually Chris Dodd for President, P.O. customers as Air extended into at 13 percent; and Governor Bill Globe’s editorial pages leads in the polls. Box 270701, West Hartford, CT Maybe because there Olympic’s tax and so- Richardson of New Mexico and Sen- with Senator Obama Special to There is no substi- 06127 (TEL: 860-561-8843, FAX: were times when you by ANDY cial security debts, op- ator Joe Biden of Delaware at 3 per- getting the Democratic The National Herald tute for one-on-one 860-561-8893). could never be sure if it DABILIS erations of sub- cent each. endorsement. The grassroots efforts. Call John Edwards for President, 410 would fly on time, or sidiaries, government In Iowa and New Hampshire, the Globe has a substantial circulation and write to the Presidential candi- Market Street #400, Chapel Hill, NC fly at all, depending on Special to financing of aircraft Democratic race is considered too in New Hampshire. dates and express your views, and 27516 (TEL:919-636-3131, FAX: a sometimes lack- The National Herald leases since May, 2005, close to call. In Iowa, the Rasmussen Huckabee’s recent rise in Iowa is ask for their positions on issues of 919-967-3644). adaisical schedule and payments made back- Reports had Clinton at 29 percent; due to an active grassroots effort by concern to you, including U.S.- Obama for America, P.O. Box the whims of state-protected em- and-forth between Olympic’s vary- Obama at 26 percent; Edwards at 22 his supporters with letters and Greece relations and Cyprus. Make 8102, Chicago, IL 60680 (TEL: 866- ployees who were wont to strike ing operations, and special creditor percent; Richardson at 7 percent; phone calls throughout the state. your voice to be heard. 675-2008, website: when the mood hit them, will end protection granted by the govern- and Biden at 5 percent. Another poll Julia Rowe, a home-schooler par- GOP CANDIDATES mybarackobama.com). its existence in its present form. ment only to Olympic. Is that any had Obama leading with 33 per- ent, was responsible for the grass- Rudy Giuliani Presidential Com- Bill Richardson for President Ex- It’s a good thing Aristotle Onas- way to run an airline? Adding to the cent; Clinton and Edwards with 24 roots jump in Huckabee’s campaign. mittee, 295 Greenwich Street #371, ploratory Committee, P.O. Box sis isn’t around to see the state of pressure are complaints from bud- percent each; Richardson with 9 There are about 9,000 Iowa children New York, NY 10007 (e-mail: 26208, Albuquerque, New Mexico the national carrier he founded in get airlines like Ireland’s RyanAir percent; and Biden with 3 percent. who are home-schooled. An article [email protected]). 87125-6208 (TEL: 505-828-2455, 1957, because the way he operated that says it hasn’t been allowed to In New Hampshire, the Ras- in the Washington Post detailed her The Huckabee for President Ex- FAX: 505-842-5785). a business it’s a good bet a lot of the compete in Greece because of mussen Reports poll had Obama 31 actions: ploratory Committee, P.O. Box Please act today. You can make a workers and managers would be Olympic’s protected status. “The percent, Clinton 28 percent; Ed- Julie Roe “took a pair of scissors 2008, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 difference. fired and he wouldn’t have tolerat- thorough preliminary investigation wards 17 percent; Richardson 8 per- and cut out a photograph of the for- (TEL: 501-324-2008). ed past governments mismanaging we have conducted so far following cent; and Biden 4 percent; while the mer Arkansas governor. She pasted John McCain 2008, P.O. Box Mr. Rossides is President & Olympic into its imminent and ig- complaints by competitors has not Fox News/Opinion Dynamics Poll it on a piece of paper; scribbled 16118, Arlington, VA 22215 (TEL: Founder of the American Hellenic nominious closing. Olympic may allayed our doubts that further aid had Clinton ahead with 34 percent; down some of his positions; made 703-418-2008). Institute in Washington, DC and a resurface supposedly as a smaller may have been granted to Olympic, Obama 25 percent; Edwards 15 per- copies; and launched the Huckabee Romney for President, P.O. Box former assistant secretary of the airline, but the government is still and we have no choice but to open a cent; Richardson 6 percent; and for President campaign in rural 55899, Boston, MA 02205-5899 U.S. Treasury. saddled with the problem of keep- formal investigation. The only way Biden 2 percent. ing 8,500 workers who so far have to secure the future of a healthy air In the race for the Republican successfully intimidated their way transport market in Greece based nomination race, the five candidates into keeping their jobs for a busi- on fair competition and thereby were within nine points of each oth- ness bleeding money like a hemo- preserve the interests of Greek con- er for the nationwide lead. Former philiac. sumers and taxpayers is for Greece Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee How did this happen? How did to ensure that the law is complied 21 percent; former Mayor of New Olympic reach the precipice of join- with,” said European Commission York Rudy Giuliani 19 percent; for- ing other national carriers like Air Vice-President Jacques Barrot, who mer Massachusetts Governor Mitt France, KLM, and now Alitalia in oversees transport. Romney 15 percent; former Senator downsizing, merging or disappear- None of the government’s help Fred Thompson of Tennessee 13 ing, unresembling the same entities has helped, as Olympic’s operating percent; Senator John McCain of as they started? While the typical deficit nears one million euro a day. Arizona 12 percent; and Congress- Greek game of finger-pointing is go- Greece had requested a discount man Ron Paul of Texas 5 percent. ing on as usual, there’s little blame from 700 to 500 million euro in In Iowa, one poll showed Huck- that can be laid at the feet of Prime Olympic’s debt to stave off bank- abee with 31 percent; Romney 22 Minister Costas Karamanlis, a pru- ruptcy, but that is throwing bad percent; Giuliani 19 percent; dent man who understands money after worse, and privatiza- Thompson 9 percent; McCain 7 per- Olympic just can’t keep going on the tion is the only likely prospect. It’s cent; and Paul 7 percent. Another way it has been. Karamanlis has not 1957 anymore and Olympic poll has Huckabee at 36 percent; been staunchly resisting the de- doesn’t have a billionaire sugar dad- Romney 23 percent; Giuliani 12 per- mands of Olympic workers that the dy to carry it. Greece is part of the cent; Thompson 8 percent; McCain government just keep pouring mon- European Union, but only the part 5 percent; and Paul 5 percent. ey into the sinkhole it is – which is that it likes as it constantly violates In New Hampshire, Romney held the reason it has gotten into trouble EU laws, from ignoring environ- a clear lead in three recent polls. with the European Commission, mental protection to allowing Rasmussen Reports had Romney at which has been pushed by other trademark violations right on the 33 percent; McCain 18 percent; Giu- budget airlines into taking legal ac- streets of Athens from unlicensed liani 15 percent; and Huckabee 14 tion, charging Olympic has improp- vendors selling pirated goods. The percent. The other two polls are sim- Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee (right), here shown at a rally with actor Chuck Norris, has erly been getting government subsi- Commission noted that Olympic ilar. come from behind to take the lead in both nationwide and Iowa polls. Huckabee’s Iowa resurgence has dies. Airlines and Olympic Airways Ser- In Iowa, Senators Clinton and largely been from a strong grassroots effort by volunteers. European Union investigators vices are successor companies of are expected to finish their probe of Olympic Airways, which was grant- government funding for Olympic ed restructuring aid in the 1990s sometime before the end of June, and neither can benefit again from 2008, and Greece has put forth a restructuring aid. It will be a sad plan that yet-another-new-resur- end to an airline that Onassis used Predicting 2008 is not the Easiest of Tasks rected version of Olympic would be to help put Greece on the world reduced at least 40 percent in size map of business after a series of ill- Making predictions is the con- woods. The Presidential scale invasion is not up to its and perhaps even keep its profitable starred attempts for Greece to have ceit of columnists; otherwise, how The good news is electoral campaigns rhetoric, but is capable of disrupt- legs, longer flights and internation- a national carrier, going back to could we convince our readers of that we did not stam- have now become ing the last section of trouble-free al connections. 1930 when Icarus Airlines was be- our wisdom? Getting it right, or at pede the region into much more unpre- Iraq. Brussels, the seat of the Euro- gun. It lasted only months, going least hoping our readers don’t re- broader war. We cer- dictable, in addition to Last year’s concerns that pean Commission, wants the com- bankrupt because of insurmount- member last year’s column, is an tainly tried in being the longest and Turkey’s severe internal strains pany cut by at least 60 percent, so able financial problems and com- essential prerequisite. So where did Lebanon, but the most expensive (i.e., brought about by Erdogan’s intent something has to give. Greece is plete disinterest by Greeks and the 2007 go? Lebanese people corrupt) in American to join the European Union were caught between a business Scylla government in air travel. It was The Democrats can charitably turned down our offer history. Going out on a partially alleviated by the AKP par- and Charybdis, between the in- rapidly followed by other would-be be described as blowing their 2006 to finance a new civil limb, I still believe ty’s brilliant electoral win. The evitable end of Olympic and em- Greek airline companies, including electoral victory in Congress, at war. The National In- Hillary Clinton to be Turkish Army must act more cir- ployees and managers living in the the privately-owned TAE (Technical least in the eyes of public opinion. telligence Estimate in the likely Democratic cumspectly, but the red lines are bureaucratic mindset they should and Aeronautical Exploitations) As expected, they caved before the December under- by AMB. PATRICK N. candidate, though I still there. For Greece, this means have jobs for life, even if their com- and Hellenic Airlines. By 1947, President’s accusations that they mined the Administra- THEROS write with less confi- no concessions on Cyprus and fur- pany dies. Investigators said there’s Greece had three competing airline were “abandoning our troops,” and tion’s campaign for dence than a few ther provocations on the Ecumeni- plenty of evidence of cronyism and companies, but poor financial con- failed to achieve their most impor- war with Iran simply Special to months ago. The Re- cal Patriarchate. I continue to fear mismanagement that has brought ditions forced them into a merger, tant electoral promise of forcing a by indicating that The National Herald publicans have man- that European politicians will slam Olympic down. and it lasted only eight years, set- withdrawal from Iraq. Rather than Tehran probably sus- aged to tie themselves the door shut on Turkey. Greece Typically, Greece is hanging on to ting the stage for Onassis to begin trying to construct a policy which pended its nuclear weapons pro- so much in knots, pandering to a and Cyprus will suffer as the value a slim, breaking branch with both Olympic Airways on April 6, 1957. allowed for a orderly disengage- gram four years ago. narrow and narrow-minded core of their support for Turkey’s acces- hands and said even if Olympic is Under Onassis, Olympic soared, ment while mitigating the negative On the positive side, we grudg- constituency, that they can only be sion to the E.U. disappears. forced out of business by Brussels or employing jets in 1960 and entering consequences, the Democratic ingly gave in to Israel’s demand to described as craving for personal The FYROM issue will worsen by its own dead weight that Greece into a partnership with the British leadership sought out the lowest include Syria in the Annapolis humiliation. dramatically when Greece likely should be allowed to keep “certain airline BEA, using the first code common denominator in its party “Conference,” if such a name can The dollar declined, and last vetoes FYROM’s entry into NATO. assets,” the European Union’s Envi- share flights. When Hellenic crews and voted for straight out retreat, be given to an event which took week stood at $1.49 to the Euro. Greece will also become the major ronment Commissioner Stavros Di- had to spend the night in London, and the “devil take the hindmost.” more time introducing the 50 or so This will continue, and we could player keeping order in Kosovo as mas said. Those would include the British crews would fly the Greek This approach was doomed participants than it devoted to ac- easily see a $1.70 Euro by election Europeans acquiesce in a prema- hollow victories of keeping its name Comets to BEA destinations, and from the start. The President got tual discussion. The Israelis now time. Going to Greece next summer ture declaration of independence. and six-ringed, red, yellow and blue the same with Greek crews then fly- his budget and his “surge,” and we prefer to keep their proxy wars at a will be even more expensive than Greece’s economy did advance logo which more aptly represents ing the British Comets. By 1965, seem to have achieved a reduction distance. this past summer. Few will notice, better than the European average. the interlocking internecine connec- Olympic was flying non-stop from in violence. Whether we owe this We talked a lot about expanding however, because we will be trying This progress will continue, albeit tions that led to Greek politicians Athens to New York, one of most partial success to the “surge” alone the Army and Marine Corps, but to cope with a mortgage crisis at a lower level. Greece’s manage- and their families flying for free, and popular routes to this day. It is debatable. Certainly General this is still a long-term and expen- which will cause millions to lose ment of immigration has relieved journalists getting deep discounts, stopped flying to Boston several David Petraeus’ tactic of joining sive project which will be too little their homes and devastate the cred- demographic pressures, but the the ultimate conflict-of-interest. It’s years ago though, cutting off a size- forces with mainstream Sunni op- too late for Iraq. Although almost it markets. Karamanlis Government has failed a little difficult to write critically able Greek American population. positionists against the imported every space-age weapons system China, which now owns almost to satisfy the public on issues of about a company giving you free But Olympic has been flying un- terrorists and Iran, for its own rea- currently under development is in a half the American industrial base, transparency. As in 2007, Greek flights or upgrades to business class, der an unlucky star. In 1973, Onas- sons – brokering a stand down deep and expensive crisis (expen- will not revalue its currency and businessmen in the Balkans and even if it is a curious part of Euro- sis’ son was killed in a private plane among Shiite militias – also con- sive for the taxpayers, that is), the continue to benefit from a declin- Greek ship owners worldwide will pean culture, even extending to the crash, shocking Greece and devas- tributed decisively to the reduction programs continue, and ground ing dollar. China is not omnipotent continue to dominate their sectors, European Parliament paying for air- tating Onassis, who sold his shares in violence. forces funding remains inadequate. and will get in trouble trying to re- even if there is a worldwide slow- line tickets and hotels for journalists within a few months. He died two The future in Iraq is as murky in For this and many more reasons, solve the severe political, economic down economically. who cover its monthly plenary ses- years later. It took another 32 years, January 2008 as it was in January the national debt will continue to and social complications of its com- Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyan- sions in Strasbourg, France. but now he’s taken Olympic with 2007. The present Shiite-dominat- grow in 2008. We did expect ener- plicated society. But the Chinese ni continues to be the best Greek Greece also wants to keep the him. ed Iraqi Government fears that the gy prices to climb, but $90 barrel as crisis will not happen in 2008. foreign minister during my profes- maintenance of air services to the same Sunni who have pacified sev- the new floor seemed wildly pes- American corporations will contin- sional lifetime, and has brought more distant islands during the Mr. Dabilis was the New England eral provinces will lead a Sunni simistic a year ago. Congress did ue to do well, since they will benefit about welcome improvements in time required for reforming the editor for United Press Interna- resurgence. Iran has actually en- pass a complex and almost unman- from Chinese exports. The stock the conduct and achievements of company, putting Greece at logger- tional in Boston, and a staff hanced its power and influence in- ageable energy bill to reduce fuel market will continue to do well, but Greek foreign policy. The potential heads with the EU, which has said writer and assistant metropolitan side Iraq by orchestrating a reduc- consumption and emissions in a I expect in 2008 that it will no for a power struggle between Kara- Olympic must reduce significantly editor at the Boston Globe for 17 tion in violence. Meanwhile, more couple of decades; the Bush Ad- longer be possible to fool all of the manlis and Bakoyanni has receded, in size and the way it operates. years before relocating to Greece. than three million secular middle- ministration promptly blocked an people all of the time. at least for 2008, but the potential Greek Transport Minister Kostas His column is published weekly class Iraqis who once made up the initiative by 14 states to reduce Greece, Turkey and Cyprus got for new trouble with Turkey has in- Hadzitakis said Olympic’s debt has in the National Herald. Readers glue which held the country togeth- them even more. The argument by through 2007 with difficulty, but creased slightly. reached more than 2.4 billion euros interested in contacting him can er, have fled with little chance of even the most conservative econo- with the relationship still intact. Some of my old colleagues and and that it will cease operating in its send e-mails to their return. mists to increase fuel taxes fell on Greece and Cyprus increasingly I, over drinks and cigars in the present state in 2008. Not even the [email protected]. Bush did not implement the Iraq deaf ears among politicians focused find themselves in a minority smoke-filled rooms to which we Study Group proposal to enlist the on November 2008. among Europeans by championing have been relegated, do have one cooperation of neighboring coun- To its shame, the Democratic Turkish accession to the European more philosophical concern. Has GUEST EDITORIALS tries. As we close out the old year, leadership increased the budget Union. But 2008 will become much Bush become Alcibiades to Iraq’s Turkish planes and artillery are deficit by changing the AMT (Alter- more difficult because Turkey has Syracuse and America’s Athens? The National Herald welcomes manuscripts representing a variety of views shelling Kurdish villages inside Iraq native Minimum Tax), but refused so far found itself unable, or unwill- More about this later. for publication in its View Points page. They should include the writer’s in a vain effort to root out the PKK. to pay for the change by eliminat- ing, to make the compromises nec- name, address, and telephone number and be addressed to the View Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Jordan ing perhaps the most outrageous essary to keep the relationship with The Hon. Ambassador Theros Points Editor, The National Herald, 37-10 30th Street, Long Island City, NY remain too preoccupied with their tax break for the fabulously Greece friendly. Turkey has em- served in the U.S. Foreign Service own problems to provide any help wealthy: the fund managers whose barked on a fairly adept policy to for 36 years, mostly in the Middle 11101. They can also be faxed to (718) 472-0510 or, preferably, e-mailed in Iraq. And the Israeli lobby and its bonuses averaged $100 million in deal with Iraq and the PKK. It East, and was American Ambas- to [email protected]. Due to considerations of space allies continue to prevent any at- 2007. To be fair, the Democrats did threatens invasion in an effort to sador to Qatar from 1995 to we enforce a strict 1,400-word upper limit. We reserve the right to edit for tempt to deal with Syria and Iran increase the minimum wage, but get the United States to crack down 1998. He also directed the State repetitiveness, diction and syntax. We regret that we are unable to ac- for fear that any progress on Iraq failed to override a Presidential ve- on the PKK. This policy has its limi- Department’s Counter-Terrorism knowledge or return manuscripts, published or unpublished. will undermine Israeli interests in to to provide health insurance for tations, however, because Turkey’s Office, and holds numerous U.S. other sectors. We are not out of the children. ability to actually mount a full- Government decorations. 10 FEATURE THE NATIONAL HERALD, DECEMBER 29, 2007 Subatomic Particles, Human Brain Structure and the Big Bang Theory

Continued from page 1 we hit a barrier that forced us to look several stages of its development, we a little deeper, and we determined can look back far enough to see how memory loss, he added. that an electron is not only a point, it looked in its earlier stages. So when “Eventually, we collaborated with but also a small kind of string, and if we go back to the origins of the uni- biologists and biochemists, and the you measure the length of this string, verse, at some stage, we can see that group studying these phenomena it will be 10 to the minus 33rd cen- the universe was very small, even started expanding. During our re- timeters in diameter, which is 20 or- smaller than subatomic particles,” he search, we discovered, to our satis- ders of magnitude smaller than the said. faction, that people with Alzheimer’s dimensions of a nucleus, which is The universe is 13.7 billion years have microtubules which behave composed of protons and neutrons. old, Dr. Nanopoulos said. Telescopi- very differently than those of people The characteristic nucleus is around cally, physicists can now see how it who do not have it. So we try to de- 10 to the minus 13th centimeters, so looked just 380,000 years after the termine all the properties, and then we are talking about something ex- Big Bang. Powerful satellites and to determine why this is the case. If tremely minute. This is still a theory, computer calculations allow scien- we manage to establish all the physi- but for the most part, the assump- tists to see that there was no structure cal properties of microtubules, which tions we’ve been making are right,” to the universe at that time of its ori- are produced by corresponding Dr. Nanopoulos said. gin. genes, then we can make genetic cor- Atoms are no longer considered “We can obtain information by rections, for example,” he said. the fundamental building blocks of looking at the universe now, and also ENDOWING CHAIRS the universe, he said. Neither are pro- by looking at the universe a long time Dr. Nanopoulos is from Athens, tons and neutrons, which are held to- ago. If you look at the Sun, you’re not Greece. He is a fulltime faculty mem- gether by quarks. seeing how it appears at this very mo- ber at Texas A&M. He spends his time “Today we know that the basic ment, but how it appeared eight min- in Greece between semesters, and is components of matter are electrons utes ago, because it takes that much the first chair holder of the Universi- and quarks. The next substratum is time for the photons to strike my eye ty’s Mitchell/Heap Chair of High En- that all subatomic particles which are at the speed of light. NASA satellites ergy Physics, which was established considered fundamental are not help us look at objects in deep space in 2002 and endowed for $1 million, point-like, but rather have extension. that are very far away. By the time in part by Greek American billionaire So we are not looking to find a sub- their light reaches us, they have al- George Phydias Mitchell. electron, but rather saying the elec- ready traveled for millions or billions Asked whether Mr. Mitchell se- tron is a fundamental building block of years. The pictures telescopes re- lected him to be the first chair holder, of matter that has extension. And the veal are actually images of how Dr. Nanopoulos said universities fol- same goes for quarks and other tiny things appeared millions of years be- low their own protocol in choosing particles,” he said. fore. Understanding that serves as faculty. LIKE A GUITAR kind of natural accelerator that can “I know Mr. Mitchell, of course, And because electrons are string- give us the information we need to but that’s not how it works. To my like in nature, he explained, they os- test subatomic theories,” he said. knowledge, he did not have much cillate, comparing the formation of “And the further back into the say directly. The University takes the matter to strumming the strings on a universe we go telescopically, the funds and does its own hiring,” he guitar. more we understand what happens said. “It’s basically like playing a guitar. microscopically here on Earth. The Ideally, he said, the hiring process The oscillations can produce the universe then becomes the laborato- is objective and above-board, al- whole spectrum of particles. Suppose ry for the things we are researching though he acknowledged that there you take a guitar. It depends on now. The universe came from some- is a problem with Hellenic Studies where you place your fingers on the thing, not from nothing. In the begin- chairs at certain universities, which string to generate chords and notes. ning, the universe was like a sub- do not appoint professors of choice, Correspondingly, if I take this one-di- atomic particle, which then started to but dip into their own human re- mensional object, it depends on how expand. Its structure came much lat- source reservoirs, instead of bringing it oscillates – how it behaves – in or- er, and it came into being through the in experts from outside their circles. der to create different frequencies, Quantum Vacuum, which is not noth- Asked whether he thought those which determine the spectra for par- ing. The vacuum is full of stuff that who endow chairs should have more ticular particles. This is the way sub- appears and disappears and reap- say in who gets to fill those chairs, Dr. atomic particles interact with each pears. There was some sort of nu- Nanopoulos said it might not be ap- other. They create a sort of music – clearization taking place in the vacu- propriate to dictate who specifically music for the heavens, as we say um which eventually created the should be hired by a university to fill (chuckles). The sort of notes they seeds for future large-scale struc- a particular chair, but stressed that it strike when they’re interacting can tures. It’s like Sisyphus, who goes up is important to make sure universities describe or explain their physical and down the mountain with a stone stick to the terms of the established manifestations,” he said. all the time. We believe today that chair. “This is still at the theoretical lev- one of these up-and-down motions “I am on board of directors of the el. We still need to do more research found an accommodating environ- Onassis Foundation in Athens, which before it becomes a closed chapter in ment, and instead of going back to its hasn’t given money to establish acad- Physics books, and it’s difficult to re- point of origin, it started expanding,” emic chairs in the United States for a search because we’re dealing with he said. long time. We are coming to terms ABOVE: Diagram of the Big Bang, illustrating that the Cosmos began as a point even smaller than sub- such remote orders of magnitude. If FAITH IN GOD with this problem. You can not tell a atomic particles, which then proceeded to expand, and which has been expanding for the last 13.7 billion you go down to distances 20 orders Asked whether his scientific re- university to appoint a particular pro- years. BELOW (left): Diagram indicating the fundamental building blocks of the Universe, which are now of magnitude smaller than before, search has had any impact on his fessor. You don’t have the right to do considered to be quarks and electrons. BELOW (right): Professor Dimitri V. Nanopoulos. you need to go 20 orders of magni- faith in God, Dr. Nanopoulos, a Greek this. Those who endow chairs have tude higher in energy, in accelerator Orthodox Christian, said people take the right to establish a specific type of civilization did not stop with the Clas- Everyone else, his mother and his sis- they were going building a supercol- power, for these things. If I wanted to science and find ways to make it con- chair, of course, and what people sical era,” he said. ter, stayed in Albania. The last time lider, but then it was dismantled. use a particle accelerator in order to sistent with their religious beliefs. have found is that, after they have Asked how he compares his pro- he saw them was in 1939. After that, That was the stupidest thing I’ve even actually observe these particles and “The way science works today, given the money, the university often fessional experiences in Europe with the borders were closed,” he said. seen in my life. It was one-third built, how they behave, I would need to there is space for everybody. Every- takes those funds and uses them for those of the United States, Dr. Dr. Nanopoulos’ father went first and they decided to stop. They had have a galactic-sized accelerator. Ex- body can take it and make it fit into something else, other than the origi- Nanopoulos said the U.S. is consider- to Ioannina, and then to Athens, already spent $2-3 billion on it, and isting particle accelerators are 17 or- his own perspective. But we know to- nally intended purpose. This needs to ably more advanced. where he eventually met his wife, then another $1 billion to close it ders of magnitude too small. Acceler- day that, if we take 100 percent of the be examined,” he said. “In this matter, I believe there is Vasiliki (Dr. Nanopoulos’ mother), down,” he said. Funding for the pro- ators need to be big enough to literal- mass and energy of the universe, on- Dr. Nanopoulos said the issue de- no comparison, to be honest with whose family is from Asia Minor and ject was pulled by the Bush and Clin- ly traverse the galaxy. We need to find ly four percent of the universe’s mat- serves more careful consideration, you. For the specific issues of pursu- the island of Kea, near Cape Sounion. ton Administrations. other ways to prove these theories, so ter is known to us; 23 percent is dark and plans to broach the subject with ing research, funding and teaching in She was born in Kifisia. Dr. Nanopou- Dr. Nanopoulos is also head of the many of us move to cosmology,” he matter; and 73 percent, almost three the Onassis Public Benefit Founda- the right environment – all of that los and his wife Myrto own a home in Astroparticle Physics Group at the said. fourths of that, is dark energy. There tion. Since he works in the United goes together – the United States is central Athens’ Plateia Kolliatsou. Houston Advanced Research Center, What happens at the cosmological is a much that remains to be discov- States, he might be able to become far ahead. America has a system that Dr. Nanopoulos was born and and was appointed a regular member level mirrors was happens at sub- ered, and a great deal that will re- more involved with the Foundation’s works,” he said. raised in Athens. He studied Physics of the Athens Academy in 1997. His atomic level, Dr. Nanopoulos said. To main unknown, in spite of exception- U.S. arm, and said he hopes the Dr. Nanopoulos’ father, Vaios, was at the University of Athens, graduat- specialty is high energy theoretical be more precise, he added, the entire al advances,” he said. Foundation expands its cultural pro- from Northern Epiros. The family ing in 1971. He continued his studies physics, and the primary focus of his microscopic world is nothing other “I don’t like it when people use re- grams to include more scientists and name was originally Nakas, but his at Sussex University in England, research is string unified theories, than a caricature of subatomic parti- ligion as a means to achieve political scientific forums, adding that Greeks paternal grandfather changed the where he earned his doctorate in quarks (the building blocks of pro- cles and their interactions with one agendas, but my research does not should get away from the typical name to make it sound more Greek. 1973. He spent the next six years as a tons and neutrons) and other sub- another. affect my belief in God, and I try not heavy emphasis on the ancient past. His grandfather even opened a store research fellow at Ecole Normale Su- atomic particles. “The universe is millions and mil- to mix the two. I prefer to discuss sci- “We need to speak about our on New York’s Fifth Avenue before perieure in Paris and at Harvard String theories contend that sub- lions of orders of magnitude bigger entific issues separately from reli- achievements as a nation here and World War I, but went back to Greece (1976-79). He spent the next ten atomic particles are not simply point- than what we were just talking gious faith because I believe that de- now. Our achievements did not begin to help liberate Northern Epiros in years as a research fellow at the Cen- like in nature, but that they also have about, but how are these things inti- ity is a kind of internal need that goes and end with the Ancient Greeks. We 1913-15, and died fighting during ter for European Nuclear Research in geometric extension and a string-like mately related? We live in an expand- beyond the hard facts of science,” he have a tendency to live in the past, that struggle. Geneva, and then went to Texas A&M nature. ing universe. Since it’s expanding – added, referring to the celebrated but everybody knows the glory of the “My father never knew his father. in 1989. “Take the electron, for example. and we’ve proven that it does – it is formula of post-Cartesian rationalist past. We should emphasize our My father was the only member of his SUPERCOLLIDERS AND Until 20-25 years ago, electrons were now so much larger from the time it philosopher Baruch Spinoza, “Deus achievements since ancient times. family who managed to leave Alba- SUBATOMIC PARTICLES identified as a mathematical point. first appeared. Because we know sive natura (God is not distinguish- Greek contributions to society and nia, by himself, at 11-12 years of age. “I came to Texas A&M because That was a good assumption, until how the universe appeared during able from nature).” Greek American Businessman Arrested While Recuperating from Open Heart Surgery

Continued from page 1 alerted the Government that his But a closer look shows that the Agents with the FBI, IRS and charges, and that he and his co- more than $600,000. Mr. Cunning- uncle committed bank fraud while Greek-born real estate developer other federal departments raided conspirators agreed to pay nearly ham had purchased the boat from operation for several months. The free on bail, and authorities ob- avoided prison for a number of Mr. Kontogiannis’ New York home $5 million in restitution to the another member of Congress five surgery delayed Mr. Kontogiannis’ tained “clearer indications” of crimes, to include his participation and offices in September 2005, in school district. years earlier for $200,000. sentencing. wrongdoing in the last two weeks, in a massive bribery scheme with a connection with the Cunningham “The defendants’ fraudulent After reports of the boat deal U.S. District Judge Larry Burns Jason Forge, an assistant U.S. attor- New York school official in ex- case. In addition to the allegedly scheme victimized the children of surfaced, a San Diego yacht broker revoked Mr. Kontogiannis’ bail this ney, wrote the Judge last week (Mr. change for contracts. fraudulent real estate transactions, Southeast Queens who lost critical- said that, based on the age, type past December 17, however, after Michael has pleaded not guilty to Then came the Cunningham court documents also alleged Mr. ly needed classroom resources as a and features of the boat, he esti- prosecutors accused him of commit- laundering money for Mr. Cunning- scandal, in which Mr. Kontogiannis Kontogiannis funneled more than result of the defendants’ greed and mated its maximum value at ting bank fraud while free on bail. ham, and awaits trial). was suspected of giving the former $300,000 in payments to a compa- corruption,” District Attorney $200,000, “unless it has a Picasso Sentencing for his role in the Cun- Mr. O’Connell said he was congressman hundreds of thousands ny owned by Mr. Cunningham. Richard A. Brown stated at the time onboard.” ningham scandal has been post- shocked by the Government’s most in bribes. Those bribes allegedly in- The investigation involving Mr. of the guilty pleas. In another sign of their flourish- poned while he recuperates from recent evidence, and asked the cluded overpaying for a 65-foot par- Cunningham was not Mr. Konto- Once again, Mr. Kontogiannis ing relationship, the following year surgery at a New York hospital. Dur- Judge for time to speak with his ty boat, which belonged to Mr. Cun- giannis’ first brush with federal in- eluded doing time, instead receiv- Mr. Kontogiannis reportedly ac- ing the brief hearing, held in a San client. The Judge allowed Mr. Konto- ningham, and financing real estate vestigators. In 1994, he pled guilty ing five years on probation. A paral- companied Mr. Cunningham by Diego federal court, Gregory J. O’- giannis to stay in custody, and set a deals described as bribes in Mr. Cun- to fraud and conspiracy in federal lel civil suit charging the defen- private jet on a fact-finding mission Connell, Mr. Kontogiannis’ attorney, January 15 hearing for an update on ningham’s plea agreement. court in an overseas visa scam. Af- dants with racketeering was settled to Saudi Arabia. Mr. Cunningham said his client is still recovering from the developer’s health, and to possi- A common thread in the Cun- ter he and a U.S. Embassy official as part of the plea arrangement. made two trips to Saudi Arabia in the operation two weeks before- bly set a new date for his sentencing. ningham case is a mortgage compa- were arrested by the FBI in Athens, The $5 million in restitution appar- 2003 (which an Arab American hand, and that his physicians say the “If he’s out of the hospital, he’s ny, Coastal Capital Corporation. Vir- Greece, both men later pleaded ently helped keep him from going businessman in San Diego paid 59-year-old businessman will be un- going to be in some type of federal ginia’s Bureau of Financial Institu- guilty to charges of taking bribes to to jail. for), according to congressional able to travel for some time. custody,” Judge Burns said in court. tions listed Mr. Michael as the chief supply fraudulent U.S. visas, and During the investigation of the travel reports. On their way to Sau- Judge Burns ruled there was “He’s not going to go home, and executive officer for the Greenville, Mr. Kontogiannis was later sen- school district case, Mr. Cunning- di Arabia, they reportedly stopped enough evidence suggesting Mr. he’s not going to be left to his own New York-based company. Mr. Kon- tenced to five years’ probation. ham wrote a letter to Mr. Brown, in Athens and picked up Mr. Konto- Kontogiannis “engaged in new and devices.” togiannis’ daughter was also a prin- Then, in 2000, Mr. Kontogian- suggesting that Mr. Kontogiannis giannis. continuing crimes” to issue a new Judge Burns also questioned the cipal in the company. nis, along with the superintendent might be the victim of a political And while Mr. Kontogiannis did arrest warrant. He ordered that Mr. timing of the surgery, which doc- San Diego County property of a Queens County school district vendetta against the school dis- reportedly participate in some of Kontogiannis remain under guard tors had recommended for two records show that the company and three other co-defendants and trict’s superintendent, Celestine the meetings Mr. Cunningham held in New York, and is to be jailed years. “I think it’s more than coinci- held more than $1 million in mort- five corporations – three of them Miller. with Saudi ministers, the extent of once he is medically cleared. dental,” he said. “It causes me to gages on Mr. Cunningham’s Ran- owned by Mr. Kontogiannis – were It wasn’t the only time Mr. Kon- the Greek American businessman’s The National Herald called and raise my eyebrows a little bit.” cho Santa Fe estate. The loans were charged with 123 counts of having togiannis sought help from the participation was not specified at e-mailed Mr. O’Connell for a re- Mr. Kontogiannis has admitted then alleged to have been paid off rigged bids, paid bribes and re- now-former congressman. After his the time, although he was appar- sponse, but had not heard back to bribery-related charges twice be- by two other co-conspirators. ceived kickbacks to fix more than conviction, Mr. Kontogiannis ently not involved in any meetings from him by press time. fore. His history paints him as a Virginia property records show $6 million in school computer con- sought Mr. Cunningham’s advice discussing classified or high-level Washington Mutual purchased man with a checkered past, replete that Coastal Capital was also the tracts. The indictments accused Mr. on seeking a pardon from President information. $50 million worth of fraudulent with a conviction for bribery and lender for Mr. Cunningham’s mort- Kontogiannis and one of the other Bush. Duke reportedly steered the mortgages from Mr. Kontogiannis, another for phony visas, but whose gage in his $350,000 purchase of co-conspirators of having received Greek American to a Washington The above incorporates informa- prosecutors wrote the judge. They sentences did not include a single an Arlington, Virginia condomini- more than $2 million of the con- law firm (the pardon was never ob- tion from reports published by didn’t say when the alleged pur- day behind bars. um in 2002. Court records alleged tract money in kickbacks. tained). the North County Times on Janu- chases occurred or elaborate on the From a distance and to col- that Mr. Kontogiannis gave Mr. In 2002, Mr. Kontogiannis pled In 2002, when the first indica- ary 7, 2006; the North County circumstances. leagues, the Long Island resident Cunningham $200,000 toward its guilty to New York State charges re- tion of a Kontogiannis-Cunning- Times and Associated Press on John T. Michael, nephew of Mr. seemed an old friend, a successful purchase. Coastal then loaned the lating to a multimillion-dollar ham link surfaced, Mr. Kontogian- December 3, 2007; and the San Kontogiannis’ wife, and another de- businessman, and a man who en- $150,000 difference to Mr. Cun- bribery scheme. Court records nis bought a 65-foot flat-bottomed Diego Union-Tribune on Decem- fendant in the Cunningham case, joyed the good life on the water. ningham to complete the deal. show that he pled guilty to reduced boat from Mr. Cunningham for ber 18, 2007.