Routledge European Sovereignty, Legitimacy, and Power Book

Explore the complex relationship between authority and democracy in the European Union with this academic text from the Routledge/UACES Contemporary European Studies series. This book addresses the dual sovereignty and legitimacy challenges facing the EU by introducing the political concept of European citizenship as a solution. By using citizenship to define the scope of European sovereignty, the text provides a framework to justify EU power beyond traditional national democracy. It offers a new way to look at legitimacy problems, identifying specific sources that can lead to a stronger European sovereignty. The author argues that true sovereignty should stem from the will of citizens as they act through various political levels. This includes everything from local city halls and regional entities to national governments and EU institutions. This book is an essential resource for students and scholars studying European history, politics, and the evolving structure of modern governance.