Quote by Jose Manuel Barroso

Let us not forget that the European Community started as a project for peace after the terrible Second World War. And today people take for granted the freedom to travel, to study, to work abroad. And the citizens of one country have almost exactly the same rights as another country.


Let us not forget that the European Community started as a p

Summary

This quote highlights the origins and achievements of the European Community (now the European Union). It emphasizes that the project was initiated with the goal of fostering peace and unity in Europe after the devastation caused by the Second World War. The quote also points out the current state of freedom, where citizens within the European Union can freely travel, study, and work in any member country. It underscores the equal rights enjoyed by citizens of different EU nations, highlighting the progress made towards harmonization and integration.

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Travel
By Jose Manuel Barroso
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