Wizards and Politicians – tovima.com
Every so often, the Greek political and media scene latches onto a “fetish word.” A phrase that becomes a meme, a catchphrase, a slogan — usually with a short shelf life — and appears on TV channels, radio stations, in Parliament, on social media, and even at the dinner table with friends. These days, that word is: Harry Potter.It first appeared defensively from Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Speaking on inflation, he said: “I am not a wizard; I am not Harry Potter,” attempting to temper expectations about eliminating the Greeks’ biggest problem (Metron Analysis, 20/11). A problem that, let’s not kid ourselves, will remain number one until the next electoral sun rises.The Prime Minister essentially said it straight: “Don’t expect miracles from me,” taking another step toward the line of the pragmati...
