> There's no reason Europe can't have a powerful federal government Europe does not share a language in common, a culture in common, not even a currency in com

> There's no reason Europe can't have a powerful federal government Europe does not share a language in common, a culture in common, not even a currency in common. The "federal government" idea would be rejected by many out of hand. The history of bitter wars between European countries has not simply been forgotten and many would feel it encroaches on their sovereignty. Just look at the reaction to mild proposals for an EU armed force as an example, or the many "Euroskeptic" politicians going around. I think you underestimate what it takes to form a strong federal government.