The recent completion of the investigative committee for the OPEKEPE (Payment and Control Agency for Guidance and Guarantee Community Aid) has drawn disappointing reactions, as it failed to shed any significant light on the issues at hand. This outcome was anticipated, given that such committees rarely lead to meaningful resolutions. The opposition parties often see these investigations as opportunities to undermine or weaken the government, but governmental entities, equipped with basic political sense, are unlikely to voluntarily expose themselves to scrutiny that may serve the opposition’s agenda.

One notable aspect of this political dynamic is the prevalent misunderstanding among even well-educated scientists regarding the nature of politics. The author alludes to a quote by Gr. Kalfeis, emphasizing that politics should not be misconstrued as a matter settled through legalistic arguments. Instead, it requires a different approach, one that transcends a simplistic view of political engagement. Despite the calls for systemic changes to improve political processes, the author expresses skepticism about the potential for any real improvements given the current atmosphere of political toxicity and rivalry.

A striking example of this toxic environment is the obstructive behavior exhibited by some individuals who prevented a Minister of Health from entering a hospital, revealing a troubling normalcy in such disruptive actions. The overarching sentiment suggests that, rather than focusing on constructive political discourse, we are entrenched in a cycle of conflict that hinders progress and rational thinking around governance and accountability. As such, the future of political committees and their effectiveness remains bleak without a significant shift in the prevailing political culture.