In Luxembourg we know our size doesn’t define our impact, especially when it comes to Europe.
We were there at the start, Schuman’s dream woven into our country’s fabric. Now, on June 9th, it’s time to raise our voices again, not just because it’s our right, but because our vote truly steers the future of a united Europe.
Anyone still remember the struggles our grandparents and parents faced, divided by borders?
Today, thanks to the EU, we hop across those same borders for work, study, even love, with barely a blink. Schengen, a cornerstone of that freedom, was signed right here in our backyard.
That’s our legacy, built brick by brick with our European partners, showing the power of working together.
We, the generation raised on a united Europe, need to remind ourselves and others what we’ve gained: cleaner air, stronger economies, Erasmus adventures that opened our eyes to the world. These aren’t distant concepts, they’re the realities that shape our lives.
However, the rising tide of nationalism threatens to wash away these achievements. We see it across Europe, and even here in Luxembourg too, unfortunately. But here’s the thing: Luxembourg, small but fierce, has always stood up to bullies. We did it before, and we can do it again, not with fists, but with our votes, all together, as one diverse, united, European country.
On June 9th, let’s cast our ballots for a progressive, social-liberal Europe. Let’s honour the vision of our founding fathers and mothers, reject the divisive voices, and weave the future of Europe, stronger than ever before.
Our vote, like our voice, is powerful. Let’s use it to remind everyone, from Vianden to Differdange, from Luxembourg City to Troisvierges, and from Lisbon to Vilnius, that a united Europe isn’t just possible, it’s essential.
With heavy hearts we must pay tribute to a fearless advocate for democracy and human rights – Alexey Navalny.
Navalny’s journey was not just a personal struggle against corruption and oppression but a symbol of resistance that resonated globally.
The world watched in shock and disbelief as Navalny faced a nerve agent poisoning in 2020, a sinister attempt to silence his voice. Despite the grave risks, he chose to return to Russia in 2021, fully aware that he would be met with hostility and danger.
His subsequent imprisonment and harsh sentences only strengthened his resolve, as seen in his recent court appearance in January 2024, where he faced adversity with remarkable spirit.
Navalny paid the ultimate price for his unwavering commitment to justice and democracy.
His life and sacrifice should serve as a rallying cry for all of us who believe in the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
May Alexey Navalny’s legacy inspire us all to continue the fight for a better, more just world.
This decade, we must defend democratic values and ensure we are still able to excerpt influence globally, as a united Europe.
We must encourage our compatriots to vote, to show a strong democratic Luxembourg voice, for a strong European Union.
We should offer a programme that is pragmatic, and calls for European unity, cooperation and European compromise, so that we can continue working together, in the face of global challenges.
Our Party must ensure that the EU remains globally competitive, able to defend itself, and driven by the potential that lies in our future instead of what the Conservatives and Nationalists are trying to offer us, which is inspired from an illusion of our past, and is a road to nowhere.
The only way to be able to do any of that, is to ensure our Renew Europe / ALDE / Liberal group remains strong. And that means offering something substantial, something our fellow Luxembourgers, and Europeans, here and across Europe, can believe we can work towards. It means offering new hope, new direction, and communicating that intention effectively.
So let us work together, to become the guarantors of our common European destiny.
Christos Floros
Luxembourg
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When is the deadline to register to vote in the European Elections in Luxembourg?
The deadline to register to vote in Luxembourg for the 2024 Elections to the European Parliament is April 15, 2024.
When is the deadline to sign up to vote in the European Elections in Luxembourg?
The deadline to register to vote in Luxembourg for the 2024 Elections to the European Parliament is April 15, 2024.
Who can I vote for in the EU elections 2024 in Luxembourg?
The Democratic Party of Luxembourg is the party of choice for those seeking a pragmatic, ambitious and social, liberal and democratic future for Europe and our European Union.
How to register to vote in Luxembourg?
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Who can vote in Luxembourg?
All EU Citizens living in Luxembourg can sign up to vote in Luxembourg for the EU Elections of 2024. You must register to vote before April 15.
Jo, de Christos Floros ass e Lëtzebuerger. Hie gouf 1993 zu Athen gebuer, a Griicheland. De Christos ass an der Stad opgewuess, wou seng Famill sech 1994 niddergelooss huet. Hien huet op der Europäescher Schoul vu Lëtzebuerg studéiert an zu Oxford, London a Boston studéiert, ier hien zréck op Lëtzebuerg koum fir seng Aarbecht ofzeschléissen. Studien an Aarbecht.
Christos Floros est-il luxembourgeois ?
Oui, Christos Floros est luxembourgeois. Il est né à Athènes, en Grèce, en 1993. Christos a grandi à Luxembourg-Ville, où sa famille s’est installée en 1994. Il a fréquenté l’École européenne de Luxembourg et étudié à Oxford, Londres et Boston, avant de revenir au Luxembourg pour terminer ses études et travailler.
Who is Charles Goerens?
Charles Goerens is a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from Luxembourg for the Democratic Party and Renew Europe. Goerens has been a member of the European Parliament from 1982 to 1984, from 1994 to 1999, and again from 2009 until now. He is 71 years old and lives in Schieren.
What is our priority for the EU Elections 2024 in Luxembourg?
This decade, we must defend democratic values and ensure we are still able to excerpt influence globally, as a united Europe.
Our Party must ensure that the EU remains globally competitive, able to defend itself, and driven by the potential that lies in our future instead of what the Conservatives and Nationalists are trying to offer us, which is inspired from an illusion of our past, and is a road to nowhere.
In a world that often seems resistant to change, it takes dedication to stand up for what you believe in.
For the past 12 years, I’ve been on a journey fuelled by a passion for civil rights, political engagement, and a deep connection to my Luxembourg, and our European identity.
Back in 2012, I started this journey by writing political essays and creating videos about politics and current affairs. It was a modest start, but every word written and every frame captured carried the weight of a profound belief in the power of change.
The road ahead may be challenging, but I am committed to being the change I want to see in the world, and I invite you to join me on this journey.
This commitment is not a solitary endeavor; it’s a collective effort that requires the participation of each individual. Together, we can be the catalysts for the change we seek.
I call upon all of you, urging you to believe that our collective efforts can make a difference. It’s time for Luxembourg to speak with one voice, united in its fullness – a voice that encompasses every member of our diverse society.
Let’s embrace the conviction that change is possible and shape a narrative that includes all of us, a narrative that celebrates democracy
The journey continues, and I invite you to be a part of it.
Our campaign of inclusion and participation has never been about one person.
All of it has been about you, about all of us together.
About the belief that when more people get a say, our democracy works better.
I am incredibly happy to have seen so many new faces, so many of you last night, showing up, getting involved.
Luxembourg needs all of us, our European Union needs all of us.
United in diversity is the motto of our Union, and where could that be more true, than in our Luxembourg?
Luxembourg brings us together, and we will continue to celebrate this, and show the rest of Europe, what we can do when we work together.
In these images, you will see people from Luxembourg to Romania to India, who all have one thing in common: Luxembourg is their home.
Many of them have already become Luxembourgish citizens, many of them are European, many of them were always Luxembourgish citizens, what we all have in common is that we believe that Europe can work, must work, and will work, if we work together.
Thank you once again, for all the interesting conversations and every word of encouragement.
But more importantly, thank you for showing up, thank you for your engagement, thank you for your voice.
The world faced the harsh reality of climate change, with 2023 marking the warmest year on record. Fires ravaged Canada, floods swept through the DRC, and Greece witnessed a catastrophic wildfire, consuming an area larger than Luxembourg in less than a week. It’s a wake-up call, a reminder of our fragile existence.
Amidst all this, socially and politically, we’re navigating rough waters. The United States braces for its most divisive election, and distrust in politics reverberates globally. Deadly disasters in Turkey and Syria, ongoing wars in Europe and the Middle East – the world is in turmoil.
And here we are, 160 days away from EU-wide elections, without a clear message of unity. It’s disheartening, and yet, hope lingers.
As we step into 2024, I see challenges ahead. Corruption, war, and pain persist. It’s easy to succumb to despair, but my heart, and I believe yours too, is in the right place and our determination can be a catalyst for change.
In 2024, let’s work together. Let’s compromise, come closer, and fight for humanity.
I won’t pretend it’s easy. Constructive change requires patience and consistency.
2023 might not have filled us with hope, but in 2024, let’s be agents of change.
Let’s draw inspiration from the triumphs of last year, from those who fight fires, respond to emergencies, oppose injustices, and call for peace.
The road is not straight, but as long as we strive towards progress, we contribute to the greater good. Hope might seem elusive, but it’s within our grasp.
Let’s make 2024 a year of unity, action, and hope.
Christos Floros 