In his article for Heretica, Stjepo Bartulica reflects on the transformation of the European Union (EU) from the vision held by its founders, such as Robert Schuman, Konrad Adenauer, and Alcide De Gasperi. These statesmen are depicted as champions of a political order grounded in the truth about humanity, natural law, and Christian anthropology, which have since become contentious in modern Europe. Bartulica argues that the very notions that were once pivotal in reconstructing a war-torn continent are now often marginalized or criticized as 'regressive' or 'extreme right'.

The author posits that the current EU lacks the anthropological and civilizational core that was inherent in its establishment. He notes that contemporary discussions increasingly seem to reject the foundational beliefs that advocate for a truth-based political framework. The implications of such a shift are profound, indicating a potential cultural and moral drift away from the principles that initially united European nations post-World War II.

Bartulica's analysis raises questions about the future of European integration and whether the essential values of dignity and truth can be reconciled with present-day political realities. If EU founders were politically active today, he suggests they might even fall victim to a 'cancel culture' that dismisses their ideas as unacceptable. The article offers a critical perspective on the evolving landscape of European politics and the threats to the foundational principles of the Union.