For him to lecture these applicant countries or these accepted members on their way in was really behavior like the worst of what the French complain about in the United States, |
glassy smiles and gloss over time. |
He did not say how people are going to change the technocrats who seem to be running French politics, who have alienated the people and who have gained Le Pen his temporary success. |
His presence is a remainder to local politicians and paramilitaries embroiled in local rivalries and inherited disputes that there is a bigger world out there watching them and expecting them to lift their eyes to a distant horizon. |
I don't think we'll see huge divisions here in Greece. |
If the French vote 'no,' most analysts believe it would destroy any possibility of Chirac standing again for the presidency in 2007, |
incredible charm offensive ... (which) is starting to show dividends. |
is going to cause controversy with the U.S. |
It has dominated the media, ... There is deep worry about the image of the British army and deep worry about the effect on Iraqi elections. |
It would be interesting to know how much Tony Blair will raise those questions in private, although in public he will continue to say that such matters are for commanders on the ground, |
It's also the key to possibly getting NATO involved. |
It's been a very, very big turnout and it will mean a huge sigh of relief for the 10 applicant countries and for European Union leaders across the continent. |
It's unlikely that anything serious will happen until November 15 when the Parliament meets again, ... The commission can't take up office until it's been approved by parliament. |
Jean-Marie Le Pen was like a man who just had six birthdays in one day. |
Lawmakers say that if the Hutton inquiry finds the government guilty of sharp practice in helping the media identify Dr. Kelly, then the beleaguered Hoon may have to fall on his sword. |