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I have a hard time figuring out what actual practical steps you want. A dissolution of the EU and reformation of a core? Or a two speed one? And what countries would actually have a majority supporting the kind of policies you want? France - uhhh, no - a PC/LCR type candidate would get crushed by the right. That's true of Germany as well. On foreign policy, we're either talking mushy nothingness to achieve consensus, or diversity. Nor, unfortunately, do I see a potential for the kind of strong federal social policy you envision - the practical consequences would include a sharp rise in taxation in wealthier countries like France, to compensate for the relative poverty of the new states; and voters are selfish.
by MarekNYC on Wed Feb 4th, 2009 at 02:58:10 PM EST
Obviously you are correct that this wouldn't fly in today's political environment.

On the other hand, I think it is worth discussing as alternatives, given the potential for a major shift in the coming years in terms of the political environment.

Fai de bèn a Bertrand, te lou rendra en cagant

by redstar on Wed Feb 4th, 2009 at 03:42:25 PM EST
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