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5/31/07

Europe: In the service of human dignity by Margriet Krijtenburg

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"Europe: In the service of human dignity
Robert Schuman, acclaimed as the Father of Europe, drew his ideal of solidarity from the Christian faith.

Robert SchumanThe debate about values underlying the proposed European constitution has seen many attempts by European leaders to pin down this elusive topic. Javier Solana has spoken of the post-war 'spread of stability and democracy across the continent' and of Europe's future task of being 'a force for good in the world'. Margot Wallstrom invokes the 'inclusive and universal' values of 'prosperity, security, solidarity, freedom, democracy and respect for human rights', and Wolfgang Schlussel the need for a 'spirit' and a 'common goal'."

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