
French Government Braces for Unrest During Second Round of Elections
Predicted upheaval is provoked by the Left and Centre crying fascist danger in the event of a Rassemblement National victory.
Predicted upheaval is provoked by the Left and Centre crying fascist danger in the event of a Rassemblement National victory.
The efforts of the Left and centre to keep Le Pen’s RN out of government would leave France in the rut of immigration, insecurity, and loss of self-confidence.
The RN’s rise is spectacular, but it would be naïve to underestimate the capacity of the political system, dominated by the Left, to defend itself in order to survive.
The National Rally almost doubled its share of the vote while other parties panic ahead of next Sunday’s second round.
On the battleground of the economy, Macronist lecturers on good management have seriously lost credibility.
The explosion in crime, insecurity, and immigration explain the trend, pollsters say.
Emmanuel Macron is betting on panic and fear of the extremes in hope of hanging on to power.
“Success lies in being clear about what is at stake and speaking honestly about how to tackle the issues.”
Local representatives of state have transformed themselves into a militant clique driven by ideological concerns.
The timing of the decision raises questions in France.