Times call for a unified front of the Greek population so that the country moves forward. For the first time in the last 30-something years since the fall of the military junta, it is evident that none of the two major political parties offer viable or convincing solutions leading to progress.

It is not because their leaders are not qualified; far from that. Both New Democracy and PASOK leaders sport university degrees and have post-graduate studies at foreign universities.

The problem lies within the traditional courses that both leaders have taken with regards to resolving long-standing issues; both party leaders are unable to cope with corruption, nepotism and lack of economic growth. These are issues that along with unemployment, failing healthcare and dwindling education provision define the spinal cord of a nation’s ability to succeed.

The coming elections stand the first chance of defining a new front that will break away from tradition in how matters of national importance are tackled. It is an opportunity for the progressive amongst all parties to display their displeasure with the lacking effort of all governments since 1974.

As a Republic, Greece deserves a chance to show to the world that it is worthy of its glorious historical and cultural past. To do so, progressive minds need to be the frontrunners of a new political movement, unifying Greeks and pushing forward with a common goal. The glory of Greece has always been the ability of its people to succeed during tumultuous times.

We need to learn how to carry on these achievements and succeed both as a nation and as people, without first experiencing the sword of Damocles hanging ominously over our heads.