Original sins
Subtitle: globalization, populism, and the six contradictions facing the European Union
By: Andrew Spannaus
Series: Out of series; Out of series
Publisher: Mimesis International
Published: 2019
Place of publication: Italy?]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 86
ISBN-13: 9788869772269
Copyright date: 2019
Subjects: Politics and government; European Union
Description: The revolt of the voters that exploded in 2016 represents a reaction to the effects of financial globalization, with economic discontent driving heightened political and cultural divisions. As populist parties grow across Europe, the common thread -- on both left and right -- is criticism of the economic policies embraced and enforced by the institutions of the European Union. To suggest that the answer is "more Europe" means putting the cart before the horse, and failing to address the substantive contradictions dogging the EU. As European nations look to the future, the goal must be to defend the well-being of the population as a whole, in a world where public institutions have too often been manipulated to the benefit of private interests.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.