Michael Gove gives speech at Vote Leave campaign event

The video discusses the EU's democratic deficit, highlighting the lack of direct elections for its leaders and the European Court of Justice's role in advancing integration at the expense of national sovereignty. It provides examples of the EU overriding agreements and rules, such as bailouts for Greece, and examines the rise of extremist forces in Europe due to these actions. The weakening of liberal and democratic values across Europe is also explored, emphasizing the lack of popular support for EU institutions.

What is a key criticism of the EU's leadership structure?

• They frequently change every year.

• They lack direct democratic accountability.

• They are well-known public figures.

• They are directly elected by the citizens.

How does the European Court of Justice (ECJ) influence national sovereignty?

• By advancing integration and overriding national sovereignty.

• By supporting national laws over EU laws.

• By having no influence on national laws.

• By promoting national sovereignty over EU integration.

What was the ECJ's stance on the opt-out from the Charter of Fundamental Rights?

• It was unaware of the opt-out.

• It partially accepted the opt-out.

• It fully respected the opt-out.

• It disregarded the opt-out.

What action did the EU take to support Greece during the euro crisis?

• It followed Article 125 strictly.

• It ignored Article 125 to provide bailouts.

• It withdrew Greece from the eurozone.

• It imposed strict sanctions on Greece.

What has been a political consequence of the EU's actions in Europe?

• Widespread admiration for EU institutions.

• Strengthening of liberal and democratic forces.

• Increased stability in EU governments.

• Rise of extremist and populist forces.