“The loss of Professor Padoa-Schioppa is going to be keenly felt at this very critical time for European integration. He brought to his work the highest professionalism and immense courtesy. He shaped Europe’s political and economic thought in a powerful way, and was listened to with huge respect as a man of integrity and commitment. European federalists mourn the untimely death of Tommaso Padoa-Schioppa, and pay tribute to his life’s work.”