“This is a clear, no nonsense statement of why the European Union is of great benefit to Ireland, and of why a committed Ireland is of great benefit to Europe .”
John Bruton – EU Ambassador to USA and former Taoiseach
“The book also gives a keen sense of Regina’s own motivation in her many references in the several contexts in which she has worked to what she describes as Team Ireland. Little wonder that Europe has been good for us because when you see through the eyes of this insider you have the chance to see that we have been great in Europe.”
Pat Cox
Former President of the European Parliment & MEP
“Regina O Connor’s “The Reasons Why” is the right book at the right time from the right author….It should be in everybusiness boardroom, on every editor’s desk , in every teacher’s briefcase- and of course is well worth a space on the shelf of every concerned citizen.”
Senator Eoghan Harris
“… it makes a very valuable contribution to understanding the EU and Ireland’s place and role in its development. I particularly liked the way in which you trace the long history of Ireland’s engagement with Europe, putting our membership of the EU into its historical context. It was also fascinating to read and be reminded of the key roles many Irish people have played in shaping the current EU. … your enthusiasm for the EU and for sharing it with others shines out of every page. Your book will go a long way towards filling the information gap and whetting reader’s appetites to know more.”
Catherine Day, Secretary General of the European Commission
