I love how the Right are the "Far" Right, while the Left, who in reality are far more extreme are called the "Popular Front" or "radicals". Being near France, I hear this crap all the time. I don't doubt that there are some extremist nutjobs on the Le Pen side, but France is also the only country on the planet which still has politicians who proudly call themselves communists. Anyway, whatever the result, neither side will accept an opposition victory.
The Duran chaps addressed the question of why on Earth Macron called these disastrous elections. They believe that he is kicking over the chessboard because he didn't get his way. Like Sunak, he's a malignant narcissist who is angry that the people haven't recognised his genius and natural right to rule. They both want out and don't care how much debris they leave in their wake.
Yep. Macron is not directly on the ticket. He might stay till 2027 or he might resign beforehand. Whatever happens, he's a dead duck. And agreed about the FP/Macron coalition. Anything to keep out those dreaded Extreme Far Righties!
Doesnt matter. Too late. France is not longer France. Elementary schools are majority African/middle eastern. Good part is Islam will have the armories, the nuclear armories and maybe Israel will play nicer.
What do you know about French politics, really? Left and center will join again to defeat “the spectre of far-right”. It’s been done before and will be done so every time. Le Pen family has been a lightning rod for discontent over two generations now, that’s how they make their living. Wait and watch.
Most outsiders don't realise how visceral French politics is. 1789 and the 1930s still cast their deep shadows over the political arena. The divide between Left and Right, revolution and reaction, is still enormous. The summer will be interesting to say the least. I'm off walking in France next week. I think I'll avoid the big cities and stick to a nice quiet rural area!
That's always the aim, and is why the elected Macron last time. However, that policy is wearing thin. It's like trying to batten down a pressure cooker.
It seems in the US that a larger proportion of younger people are willing to someone speaking truth than are older people. At least leaning right. That seems to be the lesson of the alt media.
I wonder if the rioting in Paris will increase the vote for the Right in the second round?
And perhaps influence the UK elections?
Nice, France is quiet. Big police presence and I saw a group of 4 armed soldiers this morning on the main boulevard.
Links on rioting:
https://legalinsurrection.com/2024/07/anti-israel-and-far-left-mobs-terrorize-paris-after-marine-le-pens-party-wins-first-round-of-elections/
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13587059/Protests-sweep-Paris-humiliated-Macron-DEFEATED-Le-Pens-National-Rally-election-round-Presidents-allies-say-far-right-stands-gates-power-seven-days-stop-catastrophe-ahead-second-round.html
I love how the Right are the "Far" Right, while the Left, who in reality are far more extreme are called the "Popular Front" or "radicals". Being near France, I hear this crap all the time. I don't doubt that there are some extremist nutjobs on the Le Pen side, but France is also the only country on the planet which still has politicians who proudly call themselves communists. Anyway, whatever the result, neither side will accept an opposition victory.
The Duran chaps addressed the question of why on Earth Macron called these disastrous elections. They believe that he is kicking over the chessboard because he didn't get his way. Like Sunak, he's a malignant narcissist who is angry that the people haven't recognised his genius and natural right to rule. They both want out and don't care how much debris they leave in their wake.
Yep. Macron is not directly on the ticket. He might stay till 2027 or he might resign beforehand. Whatever happens, he's a dead duck. And agreed about the FP/Macron coalition. Anything to keep out those dreaded Extreme Far Righties!
Given Le Pen is an ardent supporter of Israel I’m sure she’ll happily take Gaza refugees.
Doesnt matter. Too late. France is not longer France. Elementary schools are majority African/middle eastern. Good part is Islam will have the armories, the nuclear armories and maybe Israel will play nicer.
At this point in history, does it even matter anymore what the people want?
It doesn't seem so.
Best news out of France since the liberation of Paris in 1944! Guess the French want to stay French after all!!
Let the revolution spread throughout Europe and America!!
Well, Paris in its current shape is not worth a mass, for sure.
Record turnout.
So, 2 weeks later, how did it turn out?
Great. Chaos is great.
What do you know about French politics, really? Left and center will join again to defeat “the spectre of far-right”. It’s been done before and will be done so every time. Le Pen family has been a lightning rod for discontent over two generations now, that’s how they make their living. Wait and watch.
Most outsiders don't realise how visceral French politics is. 1789 and the 1930s still cast their deep shadows over the political arena. The divide between Left and Right, revolution and reaction, is still enormous. The summer will be interesting to say the least. I'm off walking in France next week. I think I'll avoid the big cities and stick to a nice quiet rural area!
That's always the aim, and is why the elected Macron last time. However, that policy is wearing thin. It's like trying to batten down a pressure cooker.
I didn't predict a Le Pen win and I'm not a particular fan of her.
Then it will be business as usual.
I'm willing to wait and see. I certainly don't expect some major turnaround. I'd be satisfied with less support for war.
Yep. As in the UK, the conservatives are going to be destroyed because they failed in their central purpose: to conserve things
It seems in the US that a larger proportion of younger people are willing to someone speaking truth than are older people. At least leaning right. That seems to be the lesson of the alt media.
This looks like an informed discussion--all very complicated. Odds on for a hung parliament.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/06/laissez-les-bons-temps-rouler-globalist-french-president/
Macron redefines French Toast.
Long time coming!
Tx.
I did follow it closely enough to see about the Republican blow up. OTOH, it seems if they can come up with a coalition with FN ...