Politics by ego may be the status quo in play here, especially as Chancellor Merkel (the last one standing) who continues to hold the force of the EU behind her.
But will her ability to lead the German people through this time be called into question?
The momentum is clearly on the side of the “identity” politics, surged by the huge influx of immigration into Europe. Italy was next to fall into limbo following the historic Brexit vote, even though people are predominantly pro-Europe. However, the key is not the common currency, but common values and the idea of both are clearly breaking down. We have seen it with Renzi today, as he struggles to come to terms with leadership.
