Why It's Time for the EU to Slim Down Who's Afraid of Health Exchanges?

摘要

As in many marital disputes about spending, the argument over increasing the European Union's central budget isn't really about the rjjbney. It's about domestic politics and differing visions for Europe. And ultimately, the EU institutions don't deserve the extra cash they're asking for.The European Commission is asking for a combined 2014-2020 budget of €1.033 trillion ($1.32 trillion), a 4 percent to 6 percent increase, depending on whether an EU friend or foe has his finger on the calculator. The U.K. comes up with the highest estimate and is asking for a budget freeze in real terms.