We really believe our national interests are identical with European interests.
There's no conflict between the social-welfare state and open markets.
Any debate among politicians about monetary policy is counterproductive.
Take the military option off the table - we have already seen it doesn't work.
The euro will raise the citizens' awareness of their belonging to one Europe more than any other integration step to date.
I can't let important policy decisions hinge on the fact that an election is coming up every 90 days.