As if the EU's economic problems were caused by people who rejected to "participate". It's hard to participate without any oppurtunities, and it's quite human not to want to participate if the benefits of participating do not guarantee a living wage.

What's left of Europe if they dismantle the social security state? Nothing! But the left went the third way, and here we are - a Europe not for the people, but for some privatized project of empire. I was a proud supporter of European integration once. Nowadays, I'd vote against joining them (currently living in a non-member state).

I know that the article pertains to the Netherlands, and not the EU as a whole. The dutch king's words, though, nicely echo the policies of the EU commission.

at least pass the Dutch-ie on the left-hand side

and the rest of us peasants can just piss off. He's got his. And her outfit is hideous.

that it doesn't, historically, always work out that well for royalty that flaunt their opulence while dismissing the life struggles of their subjects.

K&R.

The Kochs and their ilk are prevailing everywhere. Is serfdom next?

What's next is revolution.

With any luck, it'll be a peaceful form of revolution.

ah . please make that wealthcare .we are now the biggest wealthcare system in the world .

Whenever you hear a billionaire patiently explaining why Social Security needs to be cut because he doesn't want to pay taxes it's basically the same thing.

if he wants to see welfare-just look in the mirror!