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The Commission was never going to entirely reflect my views and opinions as a member of the Labour Party. While the reality is that not all European governments are left-wing, the Commission is the representative face of those governments in Europe. I am voting in favour of this Commission, not because I agree with everything it stands for, but because it is the embodiment of the broad church of European governments.
Three weeks ago Mr Barroso put forward a candidate who was out of step with European attitudes and values. Parliament, the directly elected representatives of the citizens of Europe, made a stand, proving that we MEPs are strong of will and not just a rubber stamp for the Commission.
It is now clear that all Commissioners are on probation and we should be paying particular attention to Neelie Kroes in her role as Competition Commissioner, as her previous job as a lobbyist could well bring about a conflict of interest. We have flexed our muscles and in doing so we have strengthened Parliament, now the Commission must earn our trust."@en1
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