Tag #Theodor Kallifatides

What immediate dangers to democracy does Kallifatides highlight, and what specific actions does he suggest to mitigate these risks?

The 87-year-old Greek author Theodor Kallifatides, who lived through World War II, warned of the dangers facing democracies, fearing a potential new world war due to the current global crisis. He emphasized the importance of respect and devotion to life as crucial to preventing such a conflict, drawing parallels to the post-WWII era. His comments followed the election of Pope Leo XIV.