But given the revolt going on against this mega-European ideal, we should understand that even many across the pond are having second thoughts about a future controlled by Brussels.

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"I fully understand that many jobs in declining sectors should be protected but my concern is that Hollande seems more focused on protecting the past than preparing the future, " said Mr. Le Meur.

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But he said polls suggested the idea of setting the cap at two children popular with the public, many of whom had two children and did not understand why people who do not work should have things they did not.

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