The Nobel Committee awarded the Peace Prize to the European Union . Christina Ghitis : What a sadly missed opportunity . She said the jury missed on chance to put global spotlight on person or country . In Russia , where journalists who criticize the government turn up dead much too frequently , the number of courageous writers and artists standing up for reform includes many courageous figures . Ghitis : Peace Prize always make a difference ; this time it was supremely uninspired .
The Nobel Committee awarded the Peace Prize to the European Union . Christina Ghitis : What a sadly missed opportunity . She said the jury missed on chance to put global spotlight on person or country . Ghitis : Peace Prize always make a difference ; this time it was supremely uninspired .