Former Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou has expressed support for amending Article 16 of the constitution, a move relating to education, while firmly opposing the establishment of for-profit universities. This position was highlighted during a PASOK event where Anna Diamantopoulou emphasized the need to prioritize education as a matter of national importance. Diamantopoulou stated that finding common ground on education transcends ideological differences. The core issue, she argued, is recognizing education’s crucial role for the nation as a whole. Papandreou's stance indicates a willingness to consider constitutional changes within the education sector, but not at the expense of prioritizing public benefit over profit. The debate centers on balancing progressive reforms with concerns about accessibility and the potential commercialization of higher education. This signals a complex political landscape surrounding educational policy in Greece.