Quality information depends above all else on conditioning its production process. Some press companies are already taking ethical and responsible measures. We need to value them and encourage media organizations to help them multiply. An online inventory of these practices and measures would assist in the launch of such an initiative. To read the full… » read more
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We call for the creation of a European observatory responsible for questions of journalistic deonotology which will provide a space for debate between professionals where the social responsibility of journalists can be put back at the heart of the profession. To read the full article, click here ——————————————- Post written by Manola GARDEZ for the… » read more
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June 26, 2009
The European Union has almost 500 million inhabitants and 23 official languages. If the question of civic participation is complex at the local, regional or national level it is even more so at the European level. Involving citizens more in the decision-making process of the European Union: is it desirable? Is it feasible? Yes, and… » read more
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Heating of buildings and warm water production are two major causes of energy consumption in Europe, and account for a significant proportion of overall European CO2 emissions (between 25% and 30% of the total). To read the full article, click here —————————————- Post written by Laurent ZIBELL. Founder of the political association “Forum Civique” (1995-1999)… » read more
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The knowledge about medicinal and aromatic plants gains considerable public interest. It’s not only medicines who rediscover the treasure of plants but also institutions like the UNESCO who work on the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage. However the aboriginal users – the local population – is increasingly excluded from the use and commercialization of their… » read more
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We are calling for the recognition of a type of civic participation space that will allow for deliberation and involve citizens of all stripes in policy-making. We also call for their recognition on issues with a European scope. Why do we need civic deliberation? It gives political decision-makers access to nuanced and balanced advice from… » read more
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June 24, 2009
Before the adoption of any European legislative project (economic, social, political), elected officials need to be able to verify if environmental criteria have been well-integrated into it. To guarantee this, we propose the creation of a sustainable development monitoring centre that will be attached to the European Parliament To read the full article, click here… » read more
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English, Governance / Democracy and Citizenship, Rural and sustainable development |
Rail is a highly sustainable mode of transport that is well-adapted to the medium population densities present in Europe. However, the European rail networks need to be transformed deeply. To read the full article, click here —————————————— Post written by Laurent ZIBELL, founder of the political association “Forum Civique” (1995-1999) and of the association “European… » read more
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Economy and Finance, English, Rural and sustainable development |
June 22, 2009
Slow down the speed and increase the cost of executing orders on those financial markets where the underlying time constant is intrinsically large. Incite actors to think of the long-term evolution of their acquired assets. Increase stability and robustness on these markets. To read the full article, click here ———————————— Post written by Laurent ZIBELL.… » read more
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Economy and Finance, English, french, Governance / Democracy and Citizenship |
The cultural industry in general and the book industry in particular are being affected by important changes. Likewise, public reading – having largely avoided the market sector – needs to face up to a redefinition of its objectives and purpose. The impact of digitization is being felt increasingly without there even being a defined socio-cultural… » read more
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Culture and Religion, Education / Research & Development, English |
On 7th June, Europeans will vote. There are only a few days left to demand more Europe, but not any Europe. Every day, in the meantime, we will publish 2 concrete proposals suggesting a new Europe for tomorrow. They will be written by actors from the Euro
