[TigerLikesRooster]

The annoying display of European pride and snobby attitude mask the creeping pessimism and cynicism about Europe.

It is a kind of psychological defense mechanism.

[TigerLikesRooster]

However, I am not sure Europe’s future could be as bad as this report says. The report is based on the premise that the current trend holds. However, would it? In general, probably yes, but the extent of decline may not be this bad.