Tag Archives: Eurozone

Greeks Set to Suffer for Years to Come, as the Rest of Europe Claims a Job Well Done

Posted on July 20, 2015 by Jessica

Banks in Greece have reopened following three weeks of closure, albeit with withdrawal limits still imposed, all while harsh austerity measures begin to take effect in the country. Sales taxes have now nearly doubled, while the products and services they’re … Continue reading →

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Greeks Say No to More Austerity as Tsipras Prepares to Confront his Creditors

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Jessica

Greek bailout negotiations are once again underway after Alexis Tsipras reaffirmed that an overwhelming majority of his citizens support him. Greeks gave the rest of Europe a resounding “NO” on Sunday’s referendum, with 61% of people voting against the harsh austerity measures … Continue reading →

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Greek Referendum: Either Submitting to Blackmail or Maintaining Humanity

Posted on July 4, 2015 by Jessica

Greeks head to the polls on Sunday morning to have their say in a referendum that could put the nation on course to leave the Eurozone. Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras announced the referendum a week ago following his government’s rejection … Continue reading →

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