Teribus,

No, I do not work for the EU or any of the other EU institutions and, for once, I actually agree with you on something about their junketing, scandalous pay and lack of transparency. Actually, my full Belgian taxes taxes (out of a very modest salary... and I pay the same as the locals, no special "ex-pat" status) go to pay for all the positive things I listed as well as for the EU institutions' salaries, buildings and all their perks. I work for a medical association and my job involves fighting to improve healthcare provision, effectiveness and safety for all EU citizens. I believe I try to practice what I preach.

As for the rest, we will have to agree to differ radically. I however prefer to argue with someone who has different views to me than someone who has no views at all. If we ever do meet I am prepared to personally argue my case in depth with you. It is a pity you can't do so here without being patronizing in your posts. It brought out the worst in me and for that I am sorry.

Respectfully,

moo