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In a SPIEGEL interview, British Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg argues that the European Union has to stand together to fight the crisis. The euro zone needs a clear vision for its future, he argues, otherwise Europe will see a new wave of nationalism and xenophobia.
Flags and the euro symbol outside the European Parliament in Brussels. "The euro zone must know where it is heading," Clegg said. "Politically, all you need to do is set out the vision, so that people know where the vehicle is being driven to and thus confidence in the system can return."
Foto: FRANCOIS LENOIR/ REUTERS
A rally by the far-right Golden Dawn party in Greece in the run-up to the recent election. "I, as a passionate liberal and pro-European, think it would be a disaster if a lack of grip and a lack of a comprehensive solution were to lead to a push to the extreme right or extreme left," Clegg told SPIEGEL. "But that's where we are heading."
Foto: YANNIS BEHRAKIS/ REUTERS
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