In what might be considered an echo of Oxi Day, now more than 70 years on: the Greek government has rebuffed a German proposal to cede control of its finances to the Eurozone. To have accepted, many observers believe, would have amounted to giving up no small measure of national sovereignty – for which there is no popular support.
It is surprising that, even in light of Europe’s 20th century history of conflict and mistrust between nations, some governments in Europe still do not seem to understand how their paternalistic and heavy-handed demands might be perceived by others.
Speaking Plainly 
…and they were serious. Obviously they don’t understand the Greek spirit (whether it serves them right
or wrong!)
Showing that it’s the human element – real and basic human understanding – that’s frequently lacking in our leaders.