tecoyah

Anytime you attempt to integrate a diverse population together, there will be forced compromise to attain some level of uniformity. By creating a "Middle Ground" in which the population can meet, the level of acceptability is increased for all involved on a larger scale. No matter what agreement is reached, there will be disenfranchised individuals if favor of a more encompassing whole...like it or not it is reality.
Eventually an equilibrium should be reached, coupled with the hoped for integration of populations leading to a shared feeling of ownership in the process of governing. Regardless of the outcome of Europes great experiment in unification, in its infancy the Idea will be far from perfect and many will feel the growing pains. Added to this are cultural barriers inherent in the Human race which will create endless stumbling blocks along the way.

I personally hope the plan works....might be good for everyone.