Unexpected Political Shift
SYRIZA and New Left view Nikos Androulakis recent move to the left as a symbolic communication tactic without real substance, a shift that has also prompted discussion within PASOK itself.
A Call to Progressive Forces
Speaking in Pefki about 1 month before the party conference, Nikos Androulakis stated that he invites all progressive democratic forces that share common concerns and want the defeat of New Democracy and the arrogance associated with Kyriakos Mitsotakis to join PASOK in the fight for political change.
Clarifications from Close Associates
His team clarified that this is not an invitation to parties but to individuals who wish to return to PASOK, adding that in the coming period several former members may rejoin both inside and outside Parliament without any form of screening.
Response to Recent Political Movements
This development is seen as an indirect response to Antonis Saoulidis attending an event hosted by Alexis Tsipras and to Maria Karystianou who is gathering supporters from multiple political spaces.
Clear Opposition to Cooperation with New Democracy
Charis Doukas has demanded a clear position: no cooperation with New Democracy. He plans to submit a conference resolution that explicitly rules out any alliance with New Democracy, supports dialogue with progressive forces without exclusions and calls for primary votes for the formation of electoral lists.
Disagreement from Senior PASOK Figures
Nikos Androulakis along with Anna Diamantopoulou and Pavlos Geroulanos do not agree with Doukas stance. The MP for Athens stated that there is no such issue for them and that PASOK follows an independent course aimed at expanding its base, adding that he does not consider it likely that Tsipras upcoming party will draw support from PASOK voters.
Concerns over Party Momentum
Pavlos Geroulanos commented that the path toward the conference is a major opportunity that the party has not fully utilized, noting that the lack of movement in the political polls should be a serious concern, as PASOK risks becoming a spectator in future political developments.
