With the EU's monetary, tax, and subsidy policies, a state-planned economy is emerging that meticulously controls every aspect of every citizen's life. The noblest idea of Europe, respecting the dignity of the individual, is in danger of being forgotten.

After a long period of intellectual, industrial, economic, and political gains in freedom, citizens' willingness to continue fighting for their rights is waning. Carlos A. Gebauer exposes the political and bureaucratic monster from Brussels and advocates a return to self-responsibility.