Italy voted last Sunday in a way that should deeply frighten all those who still feel a touch of responsibility for Europe in them. But nothing of the sort can be observed in German politics or the public. One merely sees one’s own prejudices confirmed and reflexively admonishes Italian politics to finally turn to the path of virtue that Germany has long been charting. The fact that this election in Italy was preceded by a long process of disappointment and frustration about the behaviour of the most important European neighbours is simply ignored.
Economics
Larry Elliot: Brexit isn’t to blame for current UK problems; it is still an opportunity
The UK economic system is clearly struggling. Growth has stalled, rates of interest are going up and the Treasury is softening up the general public for a brand new dose of austerity measures. For some, […]
EU politics
Alarmphone: 110 people escaping Lebanon abducted to Libya!
Isn’t the EU just great! Read HERE Map showing position of the boat in distress, received by Alarm Phone
EU politics
Naomi Klein – A new shock doctrine: in a world of crisis, morality can still win
From The Guardian An edited excerpt of Naomi Klein’s speech at the Labour party conference about the necessity of converting the progressive plan into a winning plan. Read here
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