NEW YORK, NY –
“It’s time to demand that the spirit of 1821 bring Freedom and Justice to Cyprus”, said Philip Christopher, issuing a powerful message as more than 500 Greek American leaders prepare to gather at the White House on the afternoon of March 26 to honor Greek Independence from the Ottoman Empire.
Christopher noted that while today’s celebration recognizes the historic struggle for freedom in 1821, the community remains deeply concerned about the ongoing division of Cyprus.
“We remind everyone that a piece of Hellenism, 36% of the Republic of Cyprus, is under occupation by Turkish troops. Both Greece and Cyprus are long‑standing allies and strategic partners of America”, he said, stressing that “the time to demand Freedom and Justice for Cyprus is now”.
Noting that “the Greek American community, first in education and second in income, has made immeasurable contributions to America,” the PSEKA President urges that it is time to demand that the spirit of 1821 bring Freedom and Justice to Cyprus.
The full message follows:
“Dear Friends,
Today, H.E. Archbishop Elpidophoros will bring more than 500 Greek American leaders to the White House to celebrate and recognize Greek Independence from the Ottoman Empire.
We remind everyone that a piece of Hellenism, 36% of the Republic of Cyprus is under occupation by Turkish troops. Both Greece and Cyprus are long-standing allies and strategic partners of America. The time to demand Freedom and Justice for Cyprus is now!
The Greek American community, first in education and second in income, has made immeasurable contributions to America. It’s time to demand that the spirit of 1821 bring Freedom and Justice to Cyprus.
Philip Christopher
President”
