Can Europe ever even come close to USA miltry and ecnomically?
150072
No, because the European economy is basically socialist in structure. Take a look at the countries there. Most are in double-digit unemployment. Inflation is spiraling out of control.\n\nHere is an example of what is happening: The government of Germany raises taxes to raise revenue. Helmut, the owner of a bicycle shop, lays off Gerhard to be able to afford to pay those taxes. Gerhard goes on the government roles and gets a decent welfare check because Germany offers cradle to grave care. Now the government has to pay out more money to pay for Gerhard and raises taxes again to do it. Now, Helmut (the owner of the bicycle shop - remember) has to lay off Dieter to pay for those new taxes. Dieter goes on the government roles and gets a decent welfare check ... and so on, and so on, and so on ...\n\nThe greatness America achieved at such a rapid pace can only be achieved through democracy and capitalism.
182540
Stupidity at it's finest. American cannot join the eu , we're not in europe.....and NO to the 2nd question......
690897
This is ridiculous.  There have been times when the US has got itself involved in armed conflicts that Britain started (not least two world wars) and also times when Britain has got involved in conflicts at the behest of America.  The two countries are very close allies and the current anti-Americanism in Britain is very worrying.\n\nIf we weren't so closely allied to our great transatlantic ally, I think we would quickly end up being just one state in the United States of Europe, which would be a tragedy.
323324
America rules! All countries wouldn't be jack without us. Every country in Europe would be speaking German. Australians would be speaking Japanese. Either join us or prepare to get bombed as well.
581310
Its not likely.\n\nIndeed, its unlikely that any nation will eclipse the United States any time soon.
625360
It can, but only if we first fire our corrupt-ass politicians who have defamed our nation for ages.\n\nHaving said that, we have to aim to catch up with Europe first & later on China, Japan and the USA. It's because we still don't have the massive manufacturing power that the latter three have at the moment. This whole process could easily take like 50 years or more.
597187
I would say America.  Europe is pretty cool about things.  Thats mainly with my experience though.
45481
This stuff could get way too complicated.  I want to be called a European American now.
74736
I wouldn't count on the US... global warming is melting the frozen lands of Siberia, where there are vast ammounts of natural resources. So if your choice is just because you think Russia is a pour country, think again. And remember that noone defeated Russia, they couldn't even take over one single town! (Stallingrad). And if you're just being patriotic when you say that US will rule, good for you. I love america too. I'm from Europe.
828255
Switzerland, but they've always kept well out of any military involvement. The don't even have much of a standing army, but every man is trained in the use of guns, and guerilla tactics.\nThe US will go the way of all empires, the bad thing about this, from a European perspective, is that they probably will drag us down with them. It is not really wealth that destroys a nation, but relentless expansionism, as the US has practised ever since its founding.
415979
yes as long as they continue to pursue reforms.also,they joined nato in 2004 aligning them with the vast majority of eu members.
306772
I guess it's possible...the challenge the US faces is worsening education, lessened work ethic of the younger generation, and a warped view of the world, all combined with a complacency with a disturbing attitude like we're gauranteed to always stay on top.  At the same time, I can't imagine anyone in the EU ever willing to give up all those nice warm and fuzzy social benefits and looooong vacations. You can't run a competitive economy like that.  Look what's happened in France now, with the job reform riots, and the government caving in.  That's further compounded by a shrinking birth rate and dramatically changing demography.\n\nBut all this is irrelevent.  Even if Europe does get more powerful than the USA, it's not going to be inordinately more powerful.  In any case, who cares?  The real question to ask is: Not when, but how long until China, and perhaps any unions if forms in its region in the future, is more powerful than the US and the EU - combined?
46764
no \nGermany was only successful in continental europe.
636296
I definitely do.  European history is so profound in comparison to the 200+ years the US has been in existence.  therefore the European cultures have deep roots.  I especially adore the rich history of the Mediterranian and am proud that I share the bloodlines of those civilizations.
763809
No i don't think that its a path to Europe it is a path to a dead end.OK
476741
There should be an European Union Style community, not totally joining the two countries...
261040
Oh yeah that would be a bad idea but ya know what though it is inevitable because the European Union is actually gonna replace the United Nations as an International body I am not even kidding.\n\nAmerica is wrongfully accused of building an Empire but Europe is gonna overtake America as a Global Power.\n\nI am indeed an American Patriot but I know what is happening.\n\nCheck some Bible Prophecies for more info.