ΝΕΑ ΥΟΡΚΗ. Τα τρέιλερ της σειράς κινούμενων σχεδίων «Krapopolis», η οποία αναφέρεται στην Αρχαία Ελλάδα προκάλεσαν την άμεση αντίδραση του ύπατου προέδρου της AHEPA, Σάββα Τσίβικου, ο οποίος ζήτησε την άμεση διακοπή της παραγωγής, ως προσβλητικής προς τον Αρχαίο Ελληνικό Πολιτισμό και την συνεισφορά του στον Δυτικό Πολιτισμό.
Η εν λόγω σειρά προβάλλεται κάθε Κυριακή στις 8.30 π.μ. (ώρα Νέας Υόρκης) στο δίκτυο της Fox και την επόμενη ημέρα στην πλατφόρμα HULU
Ο κ. Τσίβικος μέσω μιας επιστολής προς της εκτελεστική αντιπρόεδρο της Fox Entertainment Τζιν Γκερίν (Jean Guerin) θεωρεί προσβλητική την σειρά και ζητά συνάντηση τόσο με την ίδια, όσο και με τους παραγωγούς και συντελεστές της σειράς προκειμένου να συζητήσουν το θέμα.
Παραθέτουμε το πλήρες κείμενο της επιστολής διαμαρτυρίας του ύπατου προέδρου της AHEPA, κ. Σάββα Τσίβικου που απέστειλε χθες, 3 Οκτωβρίου 2023 μέσω του ηλεκτρονικού ταχυδρομείου:
To: Jean Guerin, Executive Vice President, Fox Entertainment
Dear Ms. Guerin:
On behalf of the international membership of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Order of AHEPA), which was founded in Atlanta in 1922 on the principles that undergirded its fight for civil rights and against discrimination, bigotry, and hatred, I write to request an immediate halt to the production and distribution of the newly launched “Krapopolis” animated series.
We find the series demeaning to the contributions gifted to Western Civilization by the ancient Greeks. These contributions, which also include the arts, architecture, and sciences; and ideals, which include notion of democracy and right of self-governance, inspired academicians, playwrights, and scientists; and revolutionaries, including our nation’s founding fathers, across centuries.
The ancient Greeks may have flourished 2,500 years ago. However, they are very much alive today because of their contributions to Western Civilization in mathematics that exist all around us—from the Pythagorean Theorem’s use to construct our homes and buildings and to aid in navigation; to NASA’s use of Pi in space exploration when operating Mars rovers such as Opportunity; to Euclidean geometry’s obvious use in art and architecture.
We request a meeting with your producers to discuss why we believe this satirical depiction of our Ancient Hellenic roots is offensive.
In fact, your company policy states: “Harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are inconsistent with the Company’s philosophy, undermine employee morale, and interfere with productivity. Conduct under this policy that is harassing or discriminatory based on a person’s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration or citizenship status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy status, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions, as well as sex stereotyping), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, reproductive health decision making, hair texture or hairstyles, height, weight, military or veteran status, political affiliation, arrest or conviction record, union membership, unemployment status, credit history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual offenses, or any other legally protected characteristic (collectively the “Protected Characteristics”) may violate federal, state and/or local laws. The Company does not tolerate such harassment or discrimination by managers, supervisors or co-workers, and will attempt to prevent and address any harassment or discrimination by non- employees (including independent contractors, vendors, consultants, and other non-employee third parties who provide services to the Company)”.1)
Our organization was founded in 1922 to fight racism, bigotry and promote good citizenship from the millions of immigrants who came to America to find a better life. We fought in wars for America, built the cities and businesses in America, stood beside those who challenged mainstream beliefs for what was right (the civil rights movement), and now we promote the preservation of our heritage.
This show attacks our 5000-year history, and demeans what it means to be a good citizen. It may seem humorous to some, but it is certainly not the values, history, legacy which ancient Greece should be accredited with.
I look forward to meeting you soon in an effort to rapidly resolve this issue.
Sincerely, Savas C. Tsivicos, International President
1) https://www.foxcorporation.com/preventing-harassment-discrimination-and-retaliation/
B”H Without addressing the alleged missteps of producers for an animated production that casts aspersions on Greece and its citizens, suffice to take issue that such a moral issue is addressed by the thoroughly compromised leader of AHEPA. Thus, in a span of a few days, this inadequate, and embarrassing leader goes from unquestioned support for Senator Menendez —- for multi-counts of bribery and corruption, with his wife —- to defend Hellas today on the strength of our ancient compatriots! It’s shameful that no criticism has been lodged towards this deficient Greek American; perhaps, too many such presumptive heads of organizations, media, even the Church have much to answer for being losers in the public square of achievement and moral authority. Am just sayin’. My strong remonstration is for the AHEPA head to immediately resign, for a better, improved representative to lead can easily be found; the bar has been so intentionally and repeatedly lowered, reminding there, by such described shenanigans! And, a thought to deeply reflect; what has been the net improvement and accomplishment of our native land since 2500 BCE, or even since 1821 CE? Take all the time to respond, and ca me in a few more centuries. Με αδελφική αγάπη, Ασερ, aka Zorba the Jew 😩🇬🇷😢🇺🇸🙏
I am delighted to read that AHEPA has vehemently opposed the new “Krapopolis” show, airing on channel 5 Sunday morning at 8:30. The title sounds offensive and must be changed now! If the production team is running out of ideas, others will be eager to help! The time slot is perfect for kids being home on the weekend. Our kids need to learn about the time and people that started the burgeoning of western thought.
So keep the show, change title, make it appropriate for youngsters!!! PBS has an array of beautiful kids show to model after. Keep idea and make it appealing!!