Mr. Barroso Loses By Bullying Czech Republic

«Mr. Klaus's [Czech Republic president] goal appears to be to run out the clock until the Tories resume power in the U.K. The Conservatives—set to win the next elections to be held by May 2010—have promised a referendum on the Treaty if it is not yet in force by then. Given the chance, British voters would in all likelihood reject the document.

Mr. Barroso reminded Mr. Klaus that "good faith and loyal cooperation are principles of European law and international law." But in a democracy, loyal opposition may be even more important than "loyal cooperation." The Commission and Brussels are at their least attractive when painting all disagreement as disloyal to the Union. Mr. Barroso does himself and the institution he represents no favors by trying to strong arm yet another small country.»
Wall Street Journal