The EU faces rising nationalism and crises. The Rome Manifesto (2017) proposed federalism but remains flawed—weak governance, no fiscal safety net. Now, citizens are rewriting it democratically. Join the debate: a stronger, united Europe needs your voice
Mihalis Panayiotakis
Debate Questions for a Federal EU Manifesto
Structured questions to guide crowdsourcing a federalist manifesto, evaluating alignment with federal principles. Themes include federalism vs. intergovernmentalism, fiscal policy, democracy, identity, subsidiarity, and transition. Targets contradictions, ambiguities, and key decisions
A Federal Europe: The Key to Lasting Peace and Global Leadership
The European Union’s peacekeeping legacy faces threats from geopolitical tensions and diminished global influence. A European Federation with unified defense, foreign policy, and governance is essential to safeguard peace, strengthen Europe’s global role, and promote international law and coexistence
Europe’s Autonomy: A Call to Action
European autonomy faces growing geopolitical challenges, highlighting the need for a unified approach to safeguard sovereignty and amplify influence. Establishing a Federal European State is vital for independence and stability.
Healthcare under a European Federal Union
A European Federal Union could establish healthcare as a constitutional right, ensuring equitable, high-quality medical services for all Europeans. By centralizing resources, addressing inequalities, and fostering solidarity, it would create a resilient, efficient system prioritizing preventative care, crisis management, and affordability.
Showcased article “The Fight for Democracy: Federalism as a Response to the Rise of the Right”
In his article “The Fight for Democracy: Federalism as a Response to the Rise of the Right” published in The New Federalist, Dimitrios Kandilaptis examines the growing influence of far-right parties across Europe and explores federalism as a potential antidote to this trend