Review:
European Parliament
overall review score: 4.5
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The European Parliament is the directly elected parliamentary institution of the European Union (EU). It represents the citizens of the EU and has powers in areas such as legislation, budget approval, and oversight of the European Commission.
Key Features
- Directly elected by EU citizens
- Legislative powers in conjunction with the Council of the EU
- Budget approval authority
- Oversight of the European Commission
Pros
- Represents the voice of EU citizens
- Plays a key role in shaping EU legislation and policies
- Promotes democratic accountability within the EU
Cons
- Complex decision-making process involving multiple institutions
- Perceived by some as remote from ordinary citizens