European Parliament Vice-President highlights negative online sentiment about the EU

European Parliament Vice-President Pina Picierno stated that 87% of online conversations about the EU are negative, highlighting a disconnect between citizens and institutions. She believes this negativity stems from a lack of a truly political Europe, suggesting a more democratic and decisive EU would foster greater citizen engagement and positive sentiment. Picierno emphasized that citizens are not against Europe itself but against a Union perceived as complicating their lives rather than helping them.