Welcome Kimberly Guilfoyle – A Friend of Greece and Voice for Liberty

Welcome, Mrs. Kimberly Guilfoyle – A True Friend of Greece

We, the Greek people, extend our warmest welcome to Mrs. Kimberly Guilfoyle. Her appointment as U.S. Ambassador to Greece is a moment of great pride and hope for all of us who believe in liberty, dignity, and truth. With her strength of character and unwavering optimism, Mrs. Guilfoyle brings a breath of fresh air to the future of U.S.–Greece relations.

Her heartfelt speech during the Greek Independence Day celebration at the White House on March 24, 2025, reflected a deep appreciation for Hellenic values and the long-standing friendship between our two nations. Her words remind us of the ideals we share — freedom, faith, and resilience in the face of challenges.

Kimberly Guilfoyle’s speech at the White House – March 24, 2025

Mrs. Guilfoyle, we welcome you not only as a diplomat, but as someone we feel is genuinely on our side. Your presence is more than symbolic — it gives us hope that a new era of respect, truth, and cooperation is beginning.

Freedom, Patriotism, and the Greek Government’s Double Standard

As we look ahead with optimism, we must also speak honestly about the challenges we face here in Greece. One recent example has captured national attention: a group of young soldiers was punished after chanting a provocative nationalist slogan during the Independence Day celebrations.

Patriotic chant sparks public support — but harsh government punishment follows

While the language they used may have been controversial, the reaction of the government was swift and severe — sending a message that even imperfect expressions of patriotism are not welcome. Many Greeks saw this not as diplomacy, but as suppression. In a time when free expression should be celebrated, we watched it punished.

This comes in stark contrast to another moment that left a lasting impression: the image of our own Foreign Minister, Georgios Gerapetritis, bowing before Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. For many of us, this was not diplomacy — it was submission.

Foreign Minister Gerapetritis bowing to Turkish President Erdoğan – a moment seen by many as symbolic of Greece’s current diplomatic posture.

A Hope for Renewal

Mrs. Guilfoyle, we are not just welcoming an ambassador. We are placing our hope in a new future — one where truth is spoken, values are defended, and national dignity is restored. We believe that under your representation and the leadership of President Trump, Greece and the United States can stand stronger together.

From all of us — welcome to Greece. We are proud to have you here.