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“If the euro zone doesn't come up with a comprehensive vision of its own future, you'll have a whole range of nationalist, xenophobic and extreme movements increasing across the European Union. And, frankly, questions about the British debate on EU membership will just be a small sideshow compared…” quote by Nick Clegg
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“If the euro zone doesn't come up with a comprehensive vision of its own future, you'll have a whole range of nationalist, xenophobic and extreme movements increasing across the European Union. And, frankly, questions about the British debate on EU membership will just be a small sideshow compared to the rise of political populism.”

Nick Clegg

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Lack of a shared vision fuels nationalist and extremist movements across Europe.

In simple terms: No vision fuels division.

Key Takeaway

Develop a common European future.

Themes

politics nationalism populism

Mood

urgent concerned

Type

political strategic

When to use this quote

  • policy planning
  • public debate
  • civic education
  • cross‑border cooperation

Key Concepts

European integration identity politics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What shared values can unite EU members?
  • How to counter populist narratives?
A Different Perspective

Economic crises also drive extremism beyond vision.

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