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
We propose a Federal Union constitution to clearly define governance and powers. Once ratified by a majority of EU states, it will ensure compliance and unity. Non-ratifying countries will associate closely. National parliaments must appoint delegates to draft this constitution
The European Union’s current complex governance creates public confusion and distrust. We propose a Federal Union with clear separations of powers, improving transparency and accountability. This simplified structure would restore trust, enhance democratic legitimacy, and better address Europe’s modern challenges
The Rome Manifesto envisions a European President leading a Federal Union, with strong executive powers and independent agencies ensuring impartial governance, fostering a more integrated, democratic, and stable Europe
A few days ago, Mario Draghi, former Prime Minister of Italy and head of the European Central Bank, issued a report on European competitiveness, commissioned by the European Commission. In this report he made clear that the European economy is on a declining path, not only lagging behind, but dependent on its main competitors. He […]