Something for Skybird (concerning the EU)

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This is from a Der Spiegel interview with Emmanuel Todd concerning the Arab spring, but the interview also brushed the question of differences between European states, when something very close to Sky's heart was mentioned.

Originally Posted by Emmanuel Todd

However, if the European Union recognizes its diversity, even its anthropological differences, instead of trying to force everyone into the same mold with the false incantation of a shared European civilization, then Europe will also be able to treat the pluralism of cultures in the world in a reasonable and enlightened way.

The entire article can be found here.

Oh, and can we please prevent this from turning into the usual semi-flame thread where everyone writes long, long posts, while nobody listens? Thank you.