The European Reform Party (ERP) aims to increase the European identity on the old continent. This is evident in the current zeitgeist, which is characterized by a lack of vision and idealism. Against this background, the ERP considers it a matter of urgency to identify possible ways in which a genuine European identity could be created to secure sustainable peace and economic prosperity in Europe:
Identity with European values and standards: Upholding human rights and tolerating religions as well as mutual consideration and respect are core elements of the European community of values. These have been partially forgotten and should be increasingly reintroduced to all people, in families, schools, companies, society, business and politics. Individuality and consumerism should be put in the background.Identity of citizens with the state: This has suffered greatly in recent times, as politics and administration have primarily devoted themselves to the interests of the economy. Instead of serving the citizens, some politicians are putting their own interests first. This process must be reversed by the state once again increasingly looking after the interests of the people and thus creating a new basis of trust.
Identity and motivation in companies: Greed, money and power are the most important factors behind the current problems in companies. It not only jeopardizes jobs, but also damages investors. Incentive systems must therefore be created in such a way that motivation and identification with the company are placed in the foreground and financial incentives take a back seat. Managers should become entrepreneurs and patrons.
Identity through emancipation from the USA: European citizens should draw on their own history, tradition and values. Anglo-Saxon influence, especially from the USA, is usually purely profit-oriented and unsustainable. This is true in world politics, globalization and also at the corporate and individual level. Against this backdrop, it is high time to break away from the USA and transform its shadowy existence into a genuine partnership.
Identity with the European Union: People in Europe should become more aware of the achievements of the European Union (EU), such as peace and economic prosperity, and discuss their political finalization. In addition to economic unification, the member states of the European Union (EU) must also promote political unification close to the people. The institutions of the EU must be further strengthened and decision-making processes accelerated. The improvements in accordance with the Lisbon Treaty are a step in the right direction and are.