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The 'Alibi' of Youth and the Hubris of Levity: A Critique of Fideias Panagiotou's Remarks

Published January 26, 2026, 06:21
The 'Alibi' of Youth and the Hubris of Levity: A Critique of Fideias Panagiotou's Remarks

The author comments on the inappropriate use of the word “pelloi” by MEP Fideias Panagiotou to describe athletes with intellectual disabilities participating in the Special Olympics. The author emphasizes that this expression is not merely a linguistic error, but a manifestation of a lack of knowledge, sensitivity, and respect towards the athletes and their families. Furthermore, he refers to Panagiotou's previous controversial behaviors, such as the dismissive treatment of relatives of missing persons and his stance on children abducted in Ukraine. The author stresses that young age cannot be an excuse for such behavior, as politics requires ethics and knowledge, not just “views” and “likes”.