It should be recognised that at a time when many European initiatives are viewed rather critically by the public, from the outset the European citizens' initiative has largely been met with positive assessment and approval.
Tuleb tunnistada, et ajal kui mitmete Euroopa algatuste suhtes on avalikkus suhteliselt kriitiliselt meelestatud, siis Euroopa kodanikualgatusse on juba algusest peale enamjaolt suhtutud hästi ja see on heaks kiidetud.