The gift list was published on a website known for its pro-government stance, which Kasselakis asserts is evidence of a coordinated attack. He further alleges that the ensuing comment section was flooded with hateful messages from “ND trolls,” highlighting one particularly egregious example: “Die and burn in hell… commies.”
“The publication [of the list] and the immediate influx of hateful comments from paid trolls was so well-orchestrated by Maximos Mansion [the Prime Minister’s official residence] that it cannot be a coincidence,” Kasselakis stated. “I hold Mr. Mitsotakis solely responsible for all the hateful and homophobic comments we are receiving during this deeply personal moment.”
This incident has ignited a debate in Greece surrounding online hate speech and the responsibility of political parties to curb it.
Πηγή: GCT–Bill Kouras