Europe divided over Barroso

12/06/09 20:24 CET

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Europe’s citizens have made their choice; the next European Parliament is in place. But who will lead the Commission? Jose Manuel Barroso appears likely to stay on as President, but not if the left have their way. The debate is hotting up. Hear both sides from writers with opposing points of view.

More about: EU Commission, European elections, José Manuel Barroso

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