[billorites]

I spent several weeks in Italy over New Years.

Hung out near Milan and in Florence.

The Italians are hurting because the Euro, and the currency unification, has left them enjoying a lower standard of living than they are accustomed to.

Lot's of unhappy Italian campers over there!

[DManA]

They're hurting because they can't compete with the rest of Europe. Why is that?

The Italians are hurting because the Euro