The Daily France’s Far Right at the Gates of Power
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Jun 26, 2024 Roger Cohen, the Paris bureau chief for The New York Times, discusses the alarming rise of the far-right National Rally party in France and its recent electoral triumph over President Macron in the European Parliament. They dive into Macron's risky decision to dissolve the National Assembly and call for new elections, questioning whether this move will truly impact public sentiment. The conversation also highlights socioeconomic factors driving voters toward the far right, transforming France's political landscape and shining a light on the growing disillusionment among citizens.
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Macron's Gamble
- Macron's party was crushed by the far right in the European Parliament elections.
- This symbolic win prompted Macron to dissolve Parliament and call new elections, a risky move.
A Risky Move
- Macron dissolved parliament after a symbolic far-right win in European elections.
- This gamble could lead to the far right becoming the largest party in parliament.
Macron's Rationale
- Macron called new elections after the far right's success.
- He believes that this is because the European elections were merely symbolic.