Facts Quote by Angela Merkel

People feel that in too many ways the EU is something that is done to them, not something over which they have a say.

— William Hague

The problem with us EU politicians is that we approach everything with cool rationality, and then wonder why we don't win people over emotionally.

— Martin Schulz

There is a growing frustration that the EU is seen as something that is done to people rather than acting on their behalf. And…

— David Cameron

No one imposes things on anyone in Europe. That's not my notion, nor is it my temperament. The EU has always functioned under the…

— Francois Hollande

I am very worried about politicians who know that their countries are greatly benefiting financially and at the same time are saying that the…

— Kersti Kaljulaid

People feel that the EU is a one-way process, a great machine that sucks up decision-making from national parliaments to the European level until…

— William Hague

Europe lacks leadership and a sense of mission and too many people don't feel a part of it.

— Peter Mandelson

People feel that the EU is a one-way process, a great machine that sucks up decision-making from national parliaments to the European level until…

— William Hague

Europe has to address people's needs directly and reflect their priorities, not our own preoccupations.

— Peter Mandelson

I do not share the half-in, half-out attitude to the EU of some in Britain. Britain's place is in Europe.

— Peter Mandelson

It does not seem to me that the steps which would be needed to make Britain - and others - more comfortable in their…

— David Cameron

Overwhelming the majority of European citizens are unhappy with the social deal they get, yes; and that is why they are so angry with…

— Andre Vltchek