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"Although the vote on this constitution has certainly been conclusive, it does seem reasonable to ask whether it is truly democratic. A constitution is supposed to be a fundamental text that defines common rules and values for a national community that go beyond party political issues. I have therefore supported the resolution, which recalls these principles. The terms of the new Constitution are very disturbing: it refers only to the Christian religion, attacks homosexuality, challenges the right to abortion and expresses unbridled nationalism.
Consequently the European Commission has a clear role to play as guardian of the Treaties, and not least the Charter of Fundamental Rights. Once the cardinal laws have been adopted, the Commission must ensure that the
are upheld and require amendments to be made if they are not.
Let me close by emphasising that I do not consider the Hungarian Presidency to be in any way representative of the Hungarian people. The Presidency has put in a lacklustre performance during its mandate, marred by scandals linked to the vote on the law restricting press freedom, an anti-abortion campaign funded with EU money and a new constitution that reeks of ultra-conservatism. My strong sense of solidarity with the Hungarian people remains unchanged."@en1
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