The Ability of the European Union to Solve the Democratic Deficit: A Historical Perspective

This report offers a historical review of European integration and analyzes the democratic-deficit agenda in the European Union. It is argued that the distinct positions among the three big Member States (i.e., the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) have a great impact on the integrative movement wherein these Member States have aspired to fight for their sovereignty. The European Parliament has been evolving from a common assembly to a supranational parliament but with limited powers. It is argued that the European Union will not be fully democratic and accountable by the enactment of a Constitution.