A new opinion poll in Greece suggests an electorate marked by fatigue and caution, reluctant to embrace new political ventures even as dissatisfaction with the political system remains pronounced.
The survey, conducted by Interview for the Greek news website politic.gr, focuses primarily on voting intention and projected election outcomes, while also gauging public reaction to two high-profile scenarios: the recent announcement of a new political party by Maria Karystianou and speculation about a possible new party led by Alexis Tsipras, Greece’s former prime minister.
A Stable Lead Amid Uncertainty
According to the poll, the governing center-right New Democracy party continues to hold a clear lead in voting intention, followed by the center-left PASOK party. Other parties trail at significantly lower levels, while a sizable share of respondents remain undecided, underscoring a broader sense of political uncertainty.
When respondents were asked to estimate the final election result, New Democracy’s advantage widened further, suggesting stronger consolidation of support when voters consider the likely outcome rather than their initial preference. PASOK solidified its position in second place, while smaller parties showed only marginal movement, offering little evidence of a looming shift in Greece’s political balance.
Doubts Surround a Newly Announced Party
The poll also highlights skepticism toward Maria Karystianou’s newly announced political party. Asked whether she is ready to enter active politics, 70% of respondents said she is “little or not at all ready,” while just over a quarter described her as “very or fairly ready.”
Public perceptions of Karystianou appear to have deteriorated in recent days. Nearly half of those surveyed said their opinion of her had worsened following recent public remarks on abortion, while only a small percentage reported an improvement.
That skepticism is reflected in voting behavior. More than six in 10 respondents said it is “not at all likely” they would change their electoral choice in favor of Karystianou’s party, indicating limited potential for her new political formation to attract support beyond its initial base.
A Hypothetical Tsipras Return
A similar pattern emerges in responses to a hypothetical scenario involving Alexis Tsipras, who has not announced plans to form a new party. Nearly three-quarters of respondents said they were not at all “not at all likely” to change their vote were Tsipras to launch a new political movement.
The lack of enthusiasm is further illustrated by a hypothetical electoral comparison. Asked whether either Karystianou or Tsipras could defeat Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in a national election, 53% of respondents said neither would prevail.
Leadership and a Confidence Gap
One of the survey’s most striking findings concerns perceptions of leadership suitability. Mitsotakis ranks first as the most suitable political leader to govern the country. Yet the option “no one” drew nearly the same level of support.
The result points to a deeper confidence gap within the electorate. While the governing party retains a clear advantage, trust in political leadership more broadly appears fragile.
