daneriksson on Nostr: An intriguing theme at #MSC2025 is Euro-Patriotism, a concept that could potentially ...
An intriguing theme at #MSC2025 is Euro-Patriotism, a concept that could potentially reshape the cultural and geopolitical landscape of European nations. This idea, fostering a collective European identity, might wield a profound metapolitical impact on European peoples over time, altering how they perceive themselves and their place in the world. While I wholeheartedly agree that Europe needs to be strong, united, and resilient in the face of global challenges, I remain unconvinced that the European Union, in its current form, is the optimal platform for realizing this vision of unity and strength.
The EU, with its intricate bureaucracy and diverse member states, often struggles to present a cohesive front on the global stage. Currently, it is the structure we operate within, and for EU critics, this presents a delicate balance. We aspire for a Europe that is strong, independent, and prosperous, embodying the spirit of unity without losing the essence of its diverse cultures and histories. Yet, there is a strong desire to dismantle what I see as a modern Tower of Babel—a bureaucratic behemoth that often feels disconnected from the citizens it represents, and most of the time seems to have anything but the best interest of the European peoples in mind.
The EU, with its intricate bureaucracy and diverse member states, often struggles to present a cohesive front on the global stage. Currently, it is the structure we operate within, and for EU critics, this presents a delicate balance. We aspire for a Europe that is strong, independent, and prosperous, embodying the spirit of unity without losing the essence of its diverse cultures and histories. Yet, there is a strong desire to dismantle what I see as a modern Tower of Babel—a bureaucratic behemoth that often feels disconnected from the citizens it represents, and most of the time seems to have anything but the best interest of the European peoples in mind.