The European Union has its own language that European politicians understand. Inside the 'EU bubble,' there is a variety of terms that sound like alien-speak to the average listener. In this series, we are going to decode these terms one by one, so that you too can understand the EU’s special language—and this will give you a greater understanding of the EU itself."
The next term is the rule of law.
You will hear this term at the center of fierce political showdowns between Brussels and defiant member states. In a nutshell, it is the foundational legal principle that all public powers act within constraints set by law, respecting democracy and fundamental rights. The dispute lies in what are considered fundamental rights.
Understanding these terms is essential to knowing how the EU functions. In this series we will decode these terms one by one. I’m Erika Grey, be sure to hit that subscribe button, let me know your thoughts in the comments and we’ll see you in the next report."
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