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World Service,05 Apr 2012,25 mins

WHYS 30: Greek 'austerity suicide'

World Have Your Say

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A Greek pensioner's suicide has caused violent protests and tributes from angry Greeks who blame government austerity measures. Suicides have increased noticeably in Greece among citizens who have become desperate after losing jobs or pensions. Some have called it "murder by the state". What do you think about such a tragic way of ending one's life because of financial problems? Who do you hold responsible?

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