Iceland's EU Vote: A Test of National Identity and Self Sufficiency As Iceland prepares to vote on whether or not to restart accession talks with the European Union, the country is grappling with a complex mix of emotions, concerns, and aspirations.
For many Icelandic farmers like Davíð Clausen Pétursson, the prospect of joining the EU is met with trepidation, as they fear it would disrupt their progress and threaten their livelihoods.
The debate has been fierce, with proponents on both sides drawing from a wide range of arguments.