Yanis Varoufakis on the hidden power of the US dollar: how Americas debt shapes the global economy DiEM25 2023-09-25 | In this video, Yanis Varoufakis explains the real reasons why the US dollar remains powerful and how America's debt shapes the global economy. He also tell us why the BRICS face enormous obstacles in trying to challenge the hegemony of the dollar, and much more.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official
E84: Silencing voices — the war on civil liberties DiEM25 2023-09-27 | When is infringing on civil liberties fair game against political opponents?2023 has seen a depressing uptick in attacks on civil liberties in the name of political disagreement, from across the ideological spectrum.Jeremy Corbyn was a victim of a frivolous lawsuit to silence him. Nigel Farage claimed his bank account was closed due to his controversial ‘values’. And across both sides of the Atlantic, prominent activists, journalists and influencers have been deplatformed or experienced financial repercussions as a consequence of their political stances. The list goes on.In this live discussion, we’ll be asking: Is it ever justifiable to curtail civil liberties, like freedom of speech and financial access, when the individuals involved hold polarising views? Or does this set a dangerous precedent for the erosion of democratic norms?Our diverse panel — including our own Yanis Varoufakis — will bring various perspectives to the table on the vital issue.Join us live and have your say!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili1:50 Julia Moore10:30 Amir Kiyaei14:28 Ivana Nenadovic19:54 Questions and comments from the chat20:48 Davide Castro26:35 Erik Edman35:00 Mehran Khalili36:53 Julijana Zita43:59 Nomazulu Thata47:11 Defne Dalkara49:40 Questions and comments from the chat50:40 Erik Edman57:28 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#democracy #freedomofspeech #freedom
E83: Africa and BRICS assert themselves. What should Europe do? DiEM25 2023-09-12 | Major events in Africa have taken place in recent weeks. In Niger and Gabon, coups d’état removed historical European allies from power, adding to a growing list of such events in the Western part of the continent since 2020. New governments in countries like Burkina Faso, backed by broad popular support, are reassessing their deep neocolonial ties with Europe, particularly France. While Paris and its remaining West African allies reject the authority of these governments, and even threaten war.Meanwhile, a landmark summit of the BRICS group of major emerging economies happened in Johannesburg. The bloc’s leaders stated their intention to shape the global economic order, reduce dependency on the US dollar, expand its membership, and promote green growth.Could this wave of upheaval in Africa lead to an end to European exploitation? Or will it only result in despotism and corruption? Can the emboldened BRICS really lead the world into a fairer international order? And what should Europe’s place be in all of this?That’s what we’ll debate with our panel, including Yanis Varoufakis, Nomazulu Thata and Amir Kiyaei. Join us live and send us your comments and questions!0:00 [Introduction] Lucas Febraro2:48 Nomazulu Thata10:00 Yanis Varoufakis20:54 Questions and comments from the chat22:10 Amir Kiyaei27:07 Nomazulu Thata28:34 Amir Kiyaei29:37 Questions and comments from the chat30:34 Johannes Fehr34:24 Judith Meyer38:50 Defne Dalkara41:22 Yanis Varoufakis56:03 Nomazuu Thata59:23 [Conclusion] Lucas FebraroSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#Africa #colonialism #europe
Shocking truth: WAR in Ukraine rages on as peace efforts are IGNORED DiEM25 2023-09-11 | DiEM25 Policy Coordinator, Amir Kiyaei, on the war in Ukraine: "Are we going to continuously only talk about the military option? Or are we also going to, at least in parallel, pursue a peaceful resolution to the war?"#war #ukraine #democracy #russia #peace #diem25 #Europe #nato
Debunking climate myths: Its just a hot European summer vs. the new reality DiEM25 2023-08-17 | All very normal and good, please just carry on. #climatecrisis #europe #climatechange #europeheatwave #diem25 #mera25
Shaking up the Hessian state election: our quest for parliament! DiEM25 2023-08-11 | On October 8, MERA25 Germany, DiEM25's German political party, takes on the Hessian state election. Watch Vincent Welsch, our front-running candidate, as he sheds light on the significance of this election and highlights how essential your support is for our run at parliament.SUPPORT US---------------------Donate to our election campaign in Hesse: https://mera25.de/spenden/frankfurt/Our programme for Hesse: https://mera25.de/hessen/Join DiEM25: diem25.org/join
Vijay Prashad on poverty: We are in the middle of a crisis that capitalism has produced DiEM25 2023-08-03 | (32%) 1 in 3 Europeans are unable to meet an emergency expense without going into debt. Vijay Prashad explains what caused this human catastrophe in Europe.Watch the full video: http://youtube.com/live/VjTJKwj3lys#europe #poverty #capitalism #democracy #EU #european #vijayprashad
The REAL reason why everything is getting MORE expensive DiEM25 2023-08-02 | Want to know what’s really driving up your cost of living? Greed. Pure, old fashioned corporate greed. #inflation #costofliving #costoflivingcrisis #ukrainewar #energycrisis #energycrisiseurope #diem25 #mera25
What Emmanuel Macron and dictators have in common DiEM25 2023-07-26 | Ever wondered what French president Emmanuel Macron has in common with dictators around the world? Author and researcher Stathis Kouvelakis tells us all.#France #macron #emmanuelmacron #macrondemission #macrondegage #police #policeviolence #policebrutaility #democracy #humanrights #systemchange #nahel #frenchpolice
E82: Grief and anger in France: liberty, equality and fraternity for whom? DiEM25 2023-07-11 | Anger is palpable in the streets of France today, as the recent killing of 17-year-old Nahel by police during a traffic stop ignited countrywide protests. Such large-scale unrest hadn’t been seen since the Gilet Jaunes movement took off five years ago.As a result of this, and of his extremely unpopular pension reform – which also saw widespread protests – Emmanuel Macron's popularity has hit rock bottom, with support surging for both the far-right and the Left.What does all of this mean for people in France, and what lessons can be learned by those elsewhere in Europe? Join us for this vital conversation featuring Yanis Varoufakis, Julijana Zita, Erik Edman and the rest of our team, as well as our special guest, Stathis Kouvelakis. And remember to send us your comments and questions live!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili2:27 Stathis Kouvelakis15:54 Yanis Varoufakis32:26 Judith Meyer22:26 Judith Meyer37:10 Panos Stenos38:40 Stathis Kouvelakis47:17 Yanis Varoufakis51:07 Questions and comments from the chat51:45 Davide Castro56:28 Julijana Zita1:00:53 Judith Meyer1:03:49 Stathis Kouvelakis1:07:52 [Conclusion] Lucas FebraroSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#France #Macron #europe
Yanis Varoufakis on Irish neutrality, Putins war crimes and why NATO wants the Ukraine war to go on DiEM25 2023-07-11 | In this video Yanis Varoufakis explains why the people of Ireland should guard Irish neutrality with their lives. He also talks about Putin's war crimes and why NATO wants the war in Ukraine to go on forever.CONTEXTIn June 2023, the Irish government held a "Consultative Forum on International Security Policy," intended to "open a discussion" about Ireland's policy of neutrality. On Saturday June 24, 2023, Clare Daly and Mick Wallace hosted an event of international speakers in the Morrison Hotel in Dublin to contest the government's narrative, and urge the defence of Irish neutrality.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Ireland #Ukraine #NATO
Heres how much the EU is paying certain countries to keep refugees away from Europe DiEM25 2023-07-10 | Where does that money go? Take Libya as an example. “The Libyan coast guard and other state-led entities funded by the EU are deeply involved in crimes against humanity. They are involved in smuggling and trafficking and slavery. They keep the people detained. They torture them to push family members to pay them. "So they use it to blackmail family members and they profit hugely from smuggling them and these are the entities usually funded by the EU. So, the UN concluded that the EU, with its funding, contributes to crimes against humanity," according to Dutch MEP Tineke Strik.#refugees #humanrights #migrantcrisis
E81: Europe’s Mediterranean graveyard – with Yanis Varoufakis, Miguel Duarte and more DiEM25 2023-06-27 | This month saw one of the worst shipwrecks in Europe in a decade. Up to 700 people drowned, including at least 100 children, when a refugee boat sank off the Greek coast on June 14.It’s another tragic milestone resulting from the anti-migrant policies of governments like Greece, and of the EU itself. Inhumane policies that were given voice last year by the EU’s foreign affairs chief: Europe is “beautiful garden”, he said, that must be protected from the surrounding “jungle” that’s ready to “invade it”. Similar tragedies have failed to bring enough public attention to the plight of migrants in the Mediterranean. This time, though, could be different. Survivors and NGOs have accused Greek authorities of playing a role in the deaths. The Hellenic Coast Guard, they say, watched the boat drift for hours without making any attempt to rescue people — and may have then contributed to its capsizing.What are the latest developments in this crisis? Who should be held accountable? And what needs to change to prevent further tragedies?Join us for this vital conversation featuring our special guest, Miguel Duarte, a tireless migrants’ rights activist who has already aided in the rescue of 14,000 people. And send us your comments and questions live.0:00 [Introduction] Lucas Febraro1:57 Miguel Duarte6:47 Yanis Varoufakis17:34 Julijana Zita22:26 Judith Meyer25:04 Amir Kiyaei28:30 [Question for Miguel Duarte] Lucas Febraro31:10 Miguel Duarte37:20 Johannes Fehr42:15 Defne Dalkara51:22 Ivana Nenadovic56:54 Julijana Zita59:59 Danae Stratou1:02:20 [Conclusion] Lucas FebraroSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#migration #greece #europe
Yanis Varoufakis on Greek election results DiEM25 2023-06-26 | “Nothing is permanently lost.” — MeRA25 leader Yanis Varoufakis on the results of parliamentary elections in Greece.Click 'cc' in the player options to enable captions.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#YanisVaroufakis #mera25 #Greece
What kind of European Union do we want? DiEM25 2023-06-21 | "Do we really want an EU that helps bankers, and drowns people at sea?", asks Davide Castro. "When people go around waving the EU flag as if this EU is the epitome of the best possible EU's that we could ever have, it's a slap in the face to everybody who's struggling to survive."#migration #refugees #Europe
How I overcame abuse and blackmail to become an activist | interview with Nomazulu Thata DiEM25 2023-06-20 | In Faces of DiEM, we speak to DiEM25 members who set out to unite people across the continent around a common vision of what Europe could be.In this episode, we are joined by Nomazulu Thata, a member of DiEM25 since 2021. Born in Rhodesia (modern-day Zimbabwe), Nomazulu takes us through the difficult but inspiring story of her life. Noma explains how she had to overcome very difficult circumstances in order to become who she is today. She also takes her through her journey with activism, with DiEM25 and MERA25, as well as her own radio show, Ntombilanga Radio (ntombilangaradio.com) which sh set up to reach and connect with women in southern Sahara Africa.Hers is the story shared by so many other young girls who had to endure the trials and tribulations of abandonment, sexual abuse, and blackmail, but who managed to successfully turn their situation around in order to ensure that other women wouldn't have to go through the same.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Africa #women #Germany
BREAKING: Jeff Bezos accepts demands of Berlin vs Amazon DiEM25 2023-06-19 | DISCLAIMER: this didn't actually happen. Amazon and Jeff Bezos continue to undermine workers' rights in Berlin, and everywhere around the world.More information and the 14 demands of Berlin vs Amazon can be found at: berlinvsamazon.comSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#jeffbezos #Amazon #Berlin
E80: Beyond bigotry — Why are transgender rights under attack? DiEM25 2023-06-14 | DiEM25 has always stood firmly against transphobia and all forms of discrimination. There is no question for our movement about the validity of transgender rights.In mainstream media and the wider society, though, numerous related issues have ignited fiery debates, including potential implications for women's spaces, the question of youth transitioning, and the impact on sports competitions. As a result, the trans community has been under attack not only by the Right, but also some on the Left and in the LGBTQ+ community.Some of these debates are clearly a smokescreen for veiled bigotry. But are some of them just reservations in response to rapidly evolving gender norms? And, if so, how do we address some of the myths and concerns currently driving transphobia, and make sure people out there ally with the cause of the trans community around Europe?Our team, including Yanis Varoufakis, Julijana Zita and Dusan Pajovic, investigates.Join us live and send us your comments and questions!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili2:05 Dusan Pajovic9:55 Mehran Khalili10:49 Dusan Pajovic11:29 Mehran Khalili12:20 Dusan Pajovic13:10 Judith Meyer14:51 Lucas Febraro20:13 Mehran Khalili21:50 Dusan Pajovic22:58 Mehran Khalili23:47 Dusan Pajovic24:09 Maja Pelevic30:29 Mehran Khalili31:27 Maja Pelevic34:07 Mehran Khalili34:39 Maja Pelevic35:09 Mehran Khalili35:20 Questions and comments from the chat36:20 Ivana Nenadovic41:23 Mehran Khalili42:45 Amir Kiyaei46:56 Questions and comments from the chat47:37 Johannes Fehr50:47 Mehran Khalili51:22 Davide Castro55:42 Dusan Pajovic58:48 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#transrights #lgbtq #Europe
Help spread the word: on June 25, vote MeRA25! DiEM25 2023-06-09 | The upcoming Greek general election on June 25 will be an opportunity to continue the fight against the cartels and oligarchs ruling over us. After four years of speaking out against their rule, inside and outside of the Greek Parliament, it will be up to the Greek people once more to decide whether they want this voice to continue to do so.In this video, we recall MeRA25's presence inside the Greek parliament, focusing on some of the most important parliamentary contributions during the last four years. If you're Greek and registered to vote, make your voice count on June 25.Click 'cc' to enable captions.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Greece #mera25 #stis25mera25
Roger Waters sets the record straight on bogus accusations of antisemitism against him DiEM25 2023-06-08 | Baseless accusations of antisemitism have been thrown against Roger Waters, with his recent concerts causing a stir in Germany, including attempts to have them cancelled. Watch him respond to the appalling lies being perpetrated against him for his moral support and solidarity with the Palestinians.Watch the full video over at Double Down News: youtube.com/watch?v=AwIZoJSrIJUSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#RogerWaters #antisemitism #Palestine
Why we need to work together across borders DiEM25 2023-06-05 | "We are all suffering from the same issues across countries. Now more than ever we need to pull our resources together and work together to fight the Establishment which is also a global problem." — Sarah Gomes Harris, British/Portuguese writer and animator
How to organise high-level resistance — online workshop with Last Generation DiEM25 2023-05-31 | As part of our collaboration with Last Generation, we're bringing you a series of online workshops on direct action and civil disobedience. In this first workshop, Michele Giuli from Last Generation (Italy), talks with DiEMers about how to organise radical resistance campaigns, and much more.The sound and video quality of future workshops will be improved.Last Generation (Italy) is part of the A22 network: a22network.org/enDonate to Last Generation:ultima-generazione.com/donazioneDownload the presentation: docs.google.com/presentation/d/1HXIFo-kCV1aqM9tl-AerFjnbF9PVofjyrh6tyg2Zfak/edit#slide=id.g20e91ad6610_0_11SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#LastGeneration #activism #directaction
E79: What the hell happened to Green politics? With Yanis Varoufakis, Julijana Zita and more! DiEM25 2023-05-30 | Not so long ago, the term “green politics” had a much more radical meaning, and a vote for a Green party was a vote for climate justice.Green parties have benefitted politically from the impact of growing movements like Fridays for Future and Extinction Rebellion. They have entered government in countries like Germany and Austria, partnering with far-right parties in the process. In Germany, they are razing villages to open the way for new coal mining, while the world is careening towards the crucial 1.5 °C mark in the average global temperature rise. And when it comes to world affairs, while previously firmly anti-war, some are now taking pro-war stances.In addition to this, terms like “green” and “sustainable” are being coopted by politicians and corporations alike (with the EU’s recent Beyond Growth Conference providing some fresh examples).What happened? Our team, including Yanis Varoufakis, Julijana Zita and Dusan Pajovic, investigates.Join us live and send us your comments and questions!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili1:43 Davide Castro10:17 Yanis Varoufakis29:41 Questions and comments from the chat30:30 Dusan Pajovic35:52 Amir Kiyaei41:56 Dusan Pajovic42:35 Mehran Kahlili43:07 Johannes Fehr48:54 Julijana Zita52:41 Defne Dalkara59:40 Ivana Nenadovic1:02:07 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#climatechange #environment #europe
Frontline E06: Should killing nature be a crime? | An interview with JoJo Mehta DiEM25 2023-05-25 | There are growing calls for the crime of "ecocide", meaning mass damage and destruction of ecosystems, to be recognised in international criminal law. This would ensure that individuals, company directors, CEOs, can be prosecuted for the ecological damage caused by the organisations they head up, like oil spills, deforestation, or soil pollution, wherever these organisations may be. Could this be the missing piece in the broader battle against climate change? Is it workable? And what are the steps to get there? We interview Jojo Mehta, executive director and co-founder of Stop Ecocide International, to find out.More info about Stop Ecocide International: https://www.stopecocide.earth/SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Ecocide #environment #climatechange
Highlights of DiEM25 Academy in Athens DiEM25 2023-05-24 | Our movement is only as powerful as the activists that drive it. That is why between May 1-3 we brought together a group of passionate DiEMers in Athens for the 4th DiEM25 Academy.Following Belgrade (2018), Cologne (2019) and Lisbon (2019), the 4th DiEM25 Academy in Athens was a fantastic opportunity for our members to meet in person once again. This allowed them to merge perspectives from all corners of Europe and organise their common struggle. After two difficult years with restrictions due to COVID-19, being able to meet in person again was a great feeling for all.More info: diem25.org/diem25-academy-athens-highlights-merging-perspectives-from-across-europeSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#europe #DiEM25 #activism
Statement by MeRA25 Greece leader Yanis Varoufakis on Greek election result DiEM25 2023-05-22 | The official statement by MeRA25 leader Yanis Varoufakis on the results of the Greek election, and beyond.Read MeRA25's statement: diem25.org/statement-mera25-greece-leader-yanis-varoufakis-greek-election-resultMore info: diem25.org/our-defeat-context-greeces-erdogan-isation-almost-completeClick 'cc' to enable captions.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Greece #MERA25 #election
MERA25 excluded from TV debates by Greek oligarchs ahead of general election DiEM25 2023-05-19 | MERA25 spokespeople have been excluded from TV debates by Greek oligarchs ahead of the upcoming general election in Greece. In this video, MERA25 leader and DiEM25 co-founder, Yanis Varoufakis, denounces their blatant disregard for democracy and calls on all democrats to stand up for freedom of the press.Click 'cc' to enable captions.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Greece #MERA25 #election
Greek Coast Guard caught on video abandoning migrants at sea DiEM25 2023-05-19 | They've always denied it. Now they were caught in the act. Watch the Greek Coast Guard load 12 migrants onto a raft - including a baby - and abandon them in the middle of the Aegean Sea. We and MERA25 ask: when will European leaders start respecting human rights at home?#migration #greece #humanrights
Why MERA25 demands rupture in Greece DiEM25 2023-05-17 | On Sunday, May 21 2023, MERA25 will contest the upcoming general election in Greece. The situation in Greece, contrary to what the international media has been reporting lately, is well and truly awful. Nothing less than a rupture with this system designed to make the poor poorer and the ultra-rich, richer, is required. In this video, Yanis Varoufakis and Elena Pelagia explain why MERA25 Greece demands a rupture with this system and illustrate a system for the many that could replace it.Click 'cc' in the player controls to enable captions in English.To learn about news, actions, and policy of MERA25 Greece visit: https://mera25.grFacebook: facebook.com/mera25.grTwitter: twitter.com/mera25_grInstagram: instagram.com/mera25_officialTik Tok: tiktok.com/@mera25greeceSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Greece #MERA25 #election
Yanis Varoufakis on Nakba Day: End apartheid now. Freedom to Palestine! DiEM25 2023-05-15 | A message from Yanis Varoufakis and all of us at DiEM25 on #NakbaDay: End Apartheid now. Freedom to Palestine!SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Nakba #Palestine #humanrights
German politicians all agree on this one thing... DiEM25 2023-05-12 | For the New Bremen Solidarity: vote MERA25 in Bremen this Sunday, and join our MERA25 parties in Germany, Italy and Greece!MERA25 Germany: https://mera25.de/de/MERA25 Greece: https://mera25.gr/MERA25 Italy: https://mera25.it/it/Click 'cc' in the player controls to enable captions in other languages.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#Germany #Europe #politics
E78: Election update! With Yanis Varoufakis, Erik Edman and our political candidates from Bremen DiEM25 2023-05-11 | In the next few days, we’ll make history: for the first time ever, an international left-wing movement will be running in elections in two different countries, just a week apart. Our political parties MERA25 will be on the ballot in general elections in Greece, and in the German state of Bremen.In a sense, these two bids couldn’t be more different. In Greece, our party has been in parliament for four years, and we’re led by a former finance minister. In Bremen, we’re building something from the ground up, with a dedicated local group of mostly first-time activists. But both cases are a chance for us to put DiEM25's groundbreaking proposals, radicality and spirit of internationalism to the electorate.So on tonight’s livestream, we’ll be checking in with the candidates and campaign teams. What is electoral campaigning like in 2023? What challenges have they faced? And what’s the historic significance of the coming few days?Tune in and put your questions to us!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili1:20 Yanis Varoufakis24:48 Judith Meyer31:45 [MERA25 Bremen] Johannes, Leander and Jan41:18 Nomazulu47:48 Questions and comments from the chat49:07 MERA25 Bremen] Johannes, Leander and Jan51:32 Erik Edman1:01:28 Lucas Febraro1:05:04 Julijana Zita1:08:33 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#Germany #Bremen #Greece
Yanis Varoufakis: Help DiEM25 defend Jeremy Corbyn and the rights of his London constituents DiEM25 2023-05-01 | Help DiEM25 defend Jeremy Corbyn and the rights of his London constituents. Watch this video message from Yanis Varoufakis.Donate: https://i.diem25.org/en/donations/to/corbynClick 'CC' in the player to choose the language of the caption.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#JeremyCorbyn #UK #england
Yanis Varoufakis on why DiEM25s transnational politics is the only answer to Europes decline DiEM25 2023-04-20 | The anchorwoman of a Greek TV channel owned by a Greek oligarch (who happens to be the wife of an ex-minister of the ruling party) recently accused MeRA25 of being anti-Europe. In his response in the Greek Parliament, Yanis Varoufakis explains how the transnational politics of DiEM25 is the only answer to Europe's decline.Click 'CC' to enable captions.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#YanisVaroufakis #Europe #MERA25
E77: Is Europe a vassal of the US? With Yanis Varoufakis, Julijana Zita, Erik Edman and more! DiEM25 2023-04-18 | Speaking during an official visit to China, Emmanuel Macron said that Europe should chart its own course and be a 'third pole' in world affairs between Washington and Beijing – and not be a vassal to either as the New Cold War threatens to escalate. Unsurprisingly, his comments have caused unease among many European leaders, for whom unquestioned alignment with Washington is the only way.Is Europe today “a vassal” of the US? And if we were to chart our own course, what should that look like?We’ll explore these questions in detail – including how they relate to DiEM25’s campaign for a New Non-Aligned Movement – and take your questions and comments. Tune in!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili1:28 Yanis Varoufakis22:07 Maja Pelevic28:48 Amir Kiyaei31:38 Questions and comments from the chat32:04 Panos Stenos36:27 Julijana Zita42:31 Questions and comments from the chat42:53 Defne Dalkara48:10 Danae Stratou50:31 Judith Meyer53:05 Questions and comments from the chat53:30 Yanis Varoufakis1:03:44 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#Europe #USA #Macron
MERA25 Bremen shows German Greens where the waterline will be in 100 years from now thanks to them DiEM25 2023-04-17 | This weekend @mera25bremen_ paid a visit to the office of the Greens in Bremen, Germany. The reason? To show them where the waterline will be in 100 years from now, thanks to them.We need urgent radical action to protect people and the planet. Nothing less will do.Vote #bremersolidarität list 12 on May 14 in Bremen!SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#MERA25 #germany #climatejustice
How to fix the housing crisis — MERA25 Talks E1 DiEM25 2023-04-13 | Why is housing broken in so many countries in Europe? And how can a political party that goes beyond national borders make sure that having a roof over your head goes back to what it should always be: a basic right?Join activists from our political parties – MERA25 Germany, MERA25 Italy, and MERA25 Greece – as we debate this, and much more, in the first episode of MERA25 Talks!SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#housing #Europe #MERA25
Q&A with Stella Assange and Yanis Varoufakis: Ithaca film screening – A Fight to Free Julian Assange DiEM25 2023-04-07 | The most important political prisoner of our time remains for the fourth year in the maximum security prison of Belmarsh in Britain, awaiting extradition to the USA where he is threatened with a 175-year prison sentence. The ‘crime’ for which Julian Assange is suffering this slow death sentence was his courageous contribution to exposing the war crimes and government corruption of the powerful of the earth. The defence of the founder of Wikileaks is currently the leading battle for freedom of speech internationally.mέta, DiEM25's Centre for Post-Capitalist Civilisation does not want to be absent from this battle. It was a great pleasure and honour to welcome the wife of the Wikileaks founder and pioneer of the fight for his release, Stella Morris-Assange, who addressed the audience following the screening of Ithaca, together with the secretary of MeRA25 and co-founder of DiEM25 and the Progressive International, Yanis Varoufakis.More information about mέta: metacpc.org/en SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#JulianAssange #StellaAssange #Wikileaks
E76: GPT-4 and beyond: Discussing AI with Yanis Varoufakis, Julijana Zita, Maja Pelevic and more DiEM25 2023-04-06 | Join Yanis Varoufakis and the coordinating team of DiEM25 for a live discussion on the potential impact of AI on our lives, in light of the recent release of GPT-4. We’ll explore the ways in which AI could revolutionise the political landscape, potentially altering the way decisions are made and how we engage with our leaders. We’ll look at the implications of AI on the job market, on activism, and on people’s lives more broadly. And, of course, we’ll take your questions and comments. Tune in!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili2:28 Judith Meyer13:54 Yanis Varoufakis38:26 Questions and comments from the chat39:24 Maja Pelevic46:25 Amir Kiyaei52:10 Defne Dalkara57:41 Judith Meyer1:02:36 Maja Pelevic1:04:06 Questions and comments from the chat1:04:48 Yanis Varoufakis1:09:35 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#AI #chatgpt #gpt4
Yanis Varoufakis explains how citizen councils can revolutionise democracy DiEM25 2023-03-22 | Speaking in the Hellenic parliament, DiEM25 co-founder and MeRA25 leader, Yanis Varoufakis, explains how citizen councils can revolutionise democracy.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#democracy #politics #diem25
E75: Housing is out of control DiEM25 2023-03-21 | Across Europe, the cost of housing has risen sharply in recent years. Rents have exploded; neighbourhoods gentrified; public spaces privatised. The result: more and more people facing homelessness or precarious living conditions.What are the root causes of this growing — yet relatively under-reported — crisis? What are the different housing challenges people are facing across European countries? And what can we do to help make sure everyone has the basics: an affordable, decent roof over their heads?Our pan-European panel, including Yanis Varoufakis, Erik Edman and Julijana Zita, investigate!0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili1:40 Yanis Varoufakis12:37 Johannes Fehr18:07 Questions and comments from the chat19:10 Judith Meyer21:01 Julijana Zita26:27 Maja Pelevic31:56 Questions and comments from the chat32:43 Erik Edman41:30 Amir Kiyaei46:50 Federico Dolce54:35 Julijana Zita57:32 Lucas Febraro1:02:07 Yanis Varoufakis1:05:10 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#housing #Europe #politics
Yanis Varoufakis to Yuval Noah Harari: Neither Israelis nor Palestinians deserve to be enslaved DiEM25 2023-03-20 | DiEM25's co-founder and MeRA25 Greece leader Yanis Varoufakis meets with the Palestinian ambassador to Greece and responds to Yuval Noah Harari's assertion that "Israelis are not good raw material for making slaves": Neither Israelis nor Palestinians deserve to be enslaved.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Israel #Palestine #democracy
Varoufakis on first appearance since attack: I will recover. The 57 who lost lives in Tempi wont. DiEM25 2023-03-15 | On Friday, March 10, DiEM25 co-founder and MeRA25 leader, Yanis Varoufakis, was brutally beaten up while having dinner with members of DiEM25's Coordinating Collective. Now he appeared in public again for the first time, commenting on the attack and also talking about the current mass protests of mainly young people in Greece, sparked by the train crash near Tempi but far from stopping there.Political disenchantment, distrust, or disgust with the political system and politicians - these issues are relevant beyond Greece and may eventually boil over in other countries as well.We are campaigning for a different kind of politics: diem25.orgSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Greece #Tempi #politics
E74: When privatisation kills DiEM25 2023-03-07 | Last week, a devastating train collision in Greece claimed at least 57 lives, the latest stain on the record of the EU’s most dangerous rail network.In the Greek parliament, our political party MeRA25 blamed the lack of safety on the privatisation of the country’s railways. The state-owned train operator was sold for a measly 45 million euros to a bankrupt Italian company at the height of Greece’s debt crisis, in a sell-off of public assets masterminded by the EU and the country’s other creditors.How do the waves of privatisation of public services across Europe impact the state's ability to provide basic needs and keep citizens safe? And how can we prevent tragedies like the Greek rail disaster from happening again?Our panel, including Yanis Varoufakis, Erik Edman and our activist and policy experts from across Europe, debates. Join us live and send us your comments and questions.0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili2:53 Yanis Varoufakis23:11 Erik Edman33:52 Questions and comments from the chat34:28 Julijana Zita39:06 Amir Kiyaei43:55 Yanis Varoufakis48:12 Questions and comments from the chat48:23 Ivana Nenadovic52:18 Johannes Fehr 56:46 Questions and comments from the chat57:12 Dusan Pajovic58:49 Yanis Varoufakis1:02:33 Julijana Zita1:05:10 [Conclusion] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#Greece #Tempi #privatisation
The Greek government must be held accountable for the tragedy in Tempi DiEM25 2023-03-06 | "We're here to support Greek railway workers who for years have been sounding the alarm about the state of railroads in Greece. We won't back down. The government will not get away with this!" -- Erik Edman, MeRA25 spokesperson, speaking yesterday from Syntagma Square in Athens.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Greece #Athens #Syntagma
How Erdogan’s corruption exacerbated Turkey earthquake devastation DiEM25 2023-03-02 | The devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria caused tens of thousands of deaths and mass property destruction that will leave the regions reeling for years to come.While natural disasters cannot be defended against, corruption within Turkey’s ruling party, the AKP, exacerbated the devastation.From the construction industry creating unsafe buildings to political appointees with no expertise leading relief operations, Turkey’s earthquake response was made far worse by the AKP’s negligence.During our recent livestream on the matter, Defne Dalkara gave us a fascinating insight into the endemic corruption of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s regime, from the construction industry creating unsafe buildings and political appointees with no expertise leading relief operations, to media censorship and the gutting of civil society organisations hampering humanitarian efforts.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Turkey #earthquake #Erdogan
E73: A political earthquake? DiEM25 2023-02-21 | Disaster struck Turkey and Syria this month when a devastating earthquake caused over 48,000 deaths, with the toll still climbing.The Turkish government’s emergency response has been heavily criticised, with many arguing that the devastating number of casualties has a lot to do with rampant corruption and authoritarianism of Erdogan’s regime – widespread graft in the construction industry leading to unsafe buildings, political appointees with no expertise leading chaotic relief operations, and the gutting of civil society organisations hampering humanitarian efforts in Kurdish areas in particular.With all this happening just months before a crucial presidential election, what’s the outlook for Turkey, and what should European progressives' take on it be?Our panel, including Defne Dalkara, Yanis Varoufakis and Erik Edman, debates. Join us live and send us your questions and comments!Donate to support the victims of the Turkey-Syria earthquakes:diem25.org/turkey-syria-earthquakes-how-and-where-donate0:00 [Introduction] Mehran Khalili2:05 Defne Dalkara13:25 Yanis Varoufakis29:55 Judith Meyer32:50 Erik Edman39:15 Questions and comments from the chat40:01 Amir Kiyaei42:49 Defne Dalkara46:20 Yanis Varoufakis57:10 [Conclusions] Mehran KhaliliSUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donateSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25official#Turkey #earthquake #Europe
Erik Edman and Amineh Kakabaveh on Sweden, NATO, Ukraine, Iran and more! DiEM25 2023-02-21 | In this interview for DiEM TV, DiEM25 Political Director Erik Edman interviews independent Swedish politician and former MP Amineh Kakabaveh. Together they discuss the rise of the far right, the role of the Left in Sweden and beyond, NATO, the ongoing war in Ukraine, the fight for freedom in Iran, and much more. This interview was originally recorded on October 20, 2022.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#Sweden #Ukraine #NATO
Yanis Varoufakis exposes Europes energy scam DiEM25 2023-02-10 | Power companies have hiked the price of electricity, making a tough winter even worse. And this time, it’s not just the poorest who are affected. The middle class is also feeling the squeeze.How much of this is due to how our politicians have set up Europe’s energy market, and how much to corporate greed? What other factors are at play? And how can we get out of this mess?Yanis Varoufakis exposes Europe's energy scam and explains how we can overcome it.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#europe #energy #scam
7 Years of DiEM25 DiEM25 2023-02-09 | As DiEM25 turns seven, we thank all who have joined us over the years in the fight to bring democracy to Europe – and invite you to do the same. Carpe DiEM! ⏩DiEM25 was founded on February 2016 in Berlin at the Volksbühne theatre by Yanis Varoufakis and Srecko Horvat.SUPPORT US---------------------Join DiEM25: diem25.org/joinSubscribe: youtube.com/c/DiEM25officialDonate to DiEM25: diem25.org/donate#DiEM25 #Europe #politics
