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Valéry Giscard d’Estaing

Former President of the French Republic (1974-1981), Valéry Giscard d’Estaing was president of the European Convention. He is now a member of the Constitutional Council.

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“Reflections about the opinion crisis with regards to Europe”

by Valéry Giscard d’Estaing

24 June 2005

I believe that it would be very useful to carefully determine the elements that led most of the French people to say “No” in the referendum about the European Constitutional Treaty (ECT). This is a result that was obtained in a democratic way but understanding its motives will allow limiting (...)

“Wake up! It’s Time to Vote Yes!”

by Valéry Giscard d’Estaing

3 June 2005

I would be the first to say that the European Constitution text is a better way to fight insomnia than the rest of the sleeping pills sold at drugstores. However, in France, this text has led the people to a major debate. The text, which defines the EU competitions and objectives, is (...)