Robert Schuman, a Political Role-Model

Schuman is the “Father of Europe” and main architect of the European Integration project. As Minister of Foreign Affairs from France, he launched the Schuman Declaration (1950), which was the birth of what is now the European Union. Schuman started the first peaceful revolution in Europe by advocating reconciliation over retaliation between archenemies France and Germany. There has never been such a long period of peace among the EU Member States. An example to follow wherever is conflict in the world.


Today, Europe is quite a mess, but Schuman’s unique vision can help us solve issues and improve ourselves and our union. 


"Europe will not be made all at once, or according to a single plan. It will be built through concrete achievements which first create a de facto solidarity."


- Schuman Declaration, 9 May 1950 -


Schuman's vision

Five essential steps towards a United Europe:

Solidarity

Concrete steps to forge an effective solidarity between European states.

Reconciliation

Former archenemies who chose reconciliation over retaliation.

Person-centered

The individual values and principles are connected to the common good.

Subsidiarity

Govern from the most de-central authority possible.


Supranationality - only where needed

A supranational structure to foster European unification.


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Today we celebrate 71 years of solidarity, reconciliation, peace and security throughout the European Union. The Schuman Declaration, which was signed the 9th of May 1950, made this cooperation between Member States possible. Let’s keep Schuman’s vision and thoughts alive by incorporating his Frame of Reference and principles in today’s society! #RobertSchuman #SchumanDeclaration #EuropeanUnion #EU #FatheroftheEU #europeday #9may Content & voice-over: Margriet Krijtenburg Designer and editor: Katrīna Sietiņa
Today we celebrate 71 years of solidarity, reconciliation, peace and security throughout the European Union. The Schuman Declaration, which was signed the 9th of May 1950, made this cooperation between Member States possible. Let’s keep Schuman’s vision and thoughts alive by incorporating his Frame of Reference and principles in today’s society! #RobertSchuman #SchumanDeclaration #EuropeanUnion #EU #FatheroftheEU #europeday #9may
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