The democratic deficit of the EU and the European political integration from a French perspective
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. EU at a turning point: New challenges and reflections about its future. The decline of neo-functionalism: A 'global turbulence'. The importance of current EU-linked issues implying stronger democratic requirements. Flexibility: A...»
Can the European Parliament ever break out of the cycle of failing public interests and legitimacy?
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Analyzing what can be done to increase and strengthen the legitimacy of the European Parliament. The European Community's aim. The European Parliament's duties . The Brussels Treaty of the 22nd of January 1975. National parliaments:...»
The economic, territorial, and cultural impact of the European Union on the Danish identity
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Danish identity and culture.. Danish identity at stake and the European Union.. Debates about the European Union and Denmark 1970's to 1980's.. The tight coupling of the state and the nation.. The European Union's democratic...»
The Commission white paper on a European communication policy, an analysis of the conceptual and political issues at stake
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: The response after the schock. An exercice of self-criticism. Learning the lessons from the past. Addressing policy weak points and 'closing the gap'. From a White Paper to another: From delivering to identity-building. 'Delivery by...»
Has Blair government's constructive European engagement been undermined by the Iraq war?
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Taking over the office in 1997.. The first term (1997-2001): A proactive and constructive engagement vis-a-vis Europe.. New Labour pledge and the 1997 manifesto. . The Amsterdam European Council.. EU and Blair.. UK's...»
Politics of the European Union
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The History of the Enlargement process so far.. The first four enlargements: 1956-1995.. The Enlargements of 2004 and 2007 and the accession criteria.. The outcomes of last enlargements for new members, previous members and European...»
Why has the European Court of Justice been so central to the process of integration?
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. 1951-1965: The solid foundations of the ECJ.. The European Community a legal entity.. The Treaties of Paris and Rome empowering the ECJ.. The judges' expansive methods.. 1965-1986: The ECJ as the driving force behind integration.. The...»
A critical examination of the European Union's commitment and approach to promoting democracy and Human Rights in accession candidate countries and elsewhere in the world
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The European Union's assistance: The most widespread and major aid in the world. Implemented far-reaching and spreading democratic support. Equal partnership with developing countries and candidate countries. The evolution of the...»
The Swedish model and the European integration
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The consequences of Sweden's entrance in the European Union. Basic tenants of the swedish model. Swedish national identity and welfare state. Characteristics of the Swedish model. Complexity of the Swedish model. The swedish debate...»
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