Created from the ashes of two global wars, the European Union is seen, among other things, as a powerful inhibitor to another European tribal conflict. What started out as an economic community is blossoming into a full-fledged political creature with functioning organs not unlike nation-states. Seen by many Europeans as social/political/economic solution to many of their ancient ills, the European Union is a club that many wanted to be associated with, on varying levels.
However, there is a darker side to this club. Those adept at understanding Soviet history will see the uneasy similarities. Both Unions were born out of an economic schema and the rubbles of global warfare. Both expanded their powers once the economic bond was so strong that it was thought impossible to break. Both Unions are largely ran by unelected intellectuals, with an unseen hand (Per Me reges regnant) providing guidance. Both Unions sought to rule disparate populations from all over Europe. The populace in both Unions understand very little about the inner workings of the bureaucracy, creating a massive political divide. Very little discussion is taken on key political issues, except among the politicos in Brussels and (then) Moscow, with their arcane jargons and internal culture that is secretive.
Europe, unknowingly or passively, is giving up her power and individuality to a massive entity that aims to sweep away sovereign borders. Sooner or later, this entity, once it has completely encircled Europe, will challenge the United States for global supremacy. For better or worse, this entity will dictate those it claims to represent.
However, there is a darker side to this club. Those adept at understanding Soviet history will see the uneasy similarities. Both Unions were born out of an economic schema and the rubbles of global warfare. Both expanded their powers once the economic bond was so strong that it was thought impossible to break. Both Unions are largely ran by unelected intellectuals, with an unseen hand (Per Me reges regnant) providing guidance. Both Unions sought to rule disparate populations from all over Europe. The populace in both Unions understand very little about the inner workings of the bureaucracy, creating a massive political divide. Very little discussion is taken on key political issues, except among the politicos in Brussels and (then) Moscow, with their arcane jargons and internal culture that is secretive.
Europe, unknowingly or passively, is giving up her power and individuality to a massive entity that aims to sweep away sovereign borders. Sooner or later, this entity, once it has completely encircled Europe, will challenge the United States for global supremacy. For better or worse, this entity will dictate those it claims to represent.