Impunity and Trust: A Gamble for Democracy

Spyros Pappas analyzes the feeling of impunity as a factor eroding democracy and trust between citizens and institutions.

The perception that accountability is not equal for all reduces public participation and intensifies disappointment. Addressing this requires transparency, institutional consistency, and active citizen engagement.

Cases such as the 2022 political wiretaps and issues of financial subsidies, according to reports, appeared to proceed slowly, reinforcing distrust.

Positive steps include the Transparency Committee's reports on public contracts and the strengthening of parliamentary oversight mechanisms.

Restoring trust requires more transparency, effective control, clear information, and active citizen participation. Democracy stands when the State is accountable and no one is above the law.