A European Consciousness: The Economy & Society.

The article examines the role played by the European Union in the creation of a European consciousness, specifically discussing economic and social aspects of the organization. The piece assesses the performance of the European Union, evaluating its ability to adhere to its stated aims of combining economic prosperity with social responsibility. INSETS: The Euro: A Common Currency for Europe;Lesser-Known Roles: The EU Keeping Europe Healthy & Safe;"Soft Power"--The EU on the World Stage.