The influence and the last bonds of the former prime minister Alexis Tsipras with Harvard University they continue as the Alexis Tsipras Institute In Athens it emerges in a reference point for students from the renowned American institution. Recently, the Karl Moldena Harvard student from Austria, completed his summer internship at the Institute, expressing his gratitude for his valuable knowledge of Greek politics.
In a post on LinkedIn, Molden emphasized the value of his experience, grateful for the opportunity to spend a month in Athens and meet “impressive people”. His interest in politics, combined with his love for ancient Greek philosophy and history, prompted him to express to Alexis Tsipras his desire to work as a trainee at the Institute. During his stay, Molden had the opportunity to closely attend political developments in Greece and chat with a wide range of personalities.
Harvard Students for Freedom’s “Reunion” in Athens
Karl Molden’s presence in Athens was the occasion of an informal meeting of the movement’s leadership team “Harvard Students for Freedom”. In addition to Molden, Athens found the Leo Gerden and the Tova Kaplantwo more active members of the student movement.
The three students had previously been distinguished for their active attitude towards Trump’s “extreme attacks” on foreign students and US universities. They did not hesitate to protest, write in leading American newspapers and interviewing large networks, expressing their opposition to Trump.
Leo Gerden had already visited Athens in early June, participating in 2nd International Conference of Alexis Tsipras Institute. His speech had caused a sense, in particular his references to the former US president’s policy. He had stated: “We know exactly what Trump wants. We see it in Los Angeles these days. We know how it refers to the media and universities. Does not believe in the concept of the independent institution. Whether he does it or not, it will depend on us. Will we be silent? Will the institutions are silent? The courts? Universities? If he does, we will already have lost the battle. “
After the end of a strong academic year at Harvard, Leo, Tova and Karl were again close to Greece on the occasion of Alexis Tsipras’ activities. This meeting gave them the opportunity to discuss their next moves as “Students for Freedom” and share thoughts and experiences with the former prime minister.