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"Moment of Zen"

What's Happening in France with Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry

Jun 15, 2024
Journalist Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry discusses the aftermath of European Parliament elections in France, Macron's snap elections, political strategy in France, societal divisions, economic challenges, energy transition, impact of green technologies on electricity prices, and France's position in the EU.
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Quick takeaways

  • Macron's risky strategy of snap elections surprised many, revealing growing dissatisfaction with En Marche's performance.
  • Rise of National Rally poses challenges for LR party and highlights societal shift towards right-wing populism in France.

Deep dives

Macron's Unexpected Move: Calling Snap Elections

Macron surprised everyone by calling snap legislative elections following the European Parliament elections where his party, En Marche, faced a loss. This move, rarely seen in France, raised eyebrows as Macron was expected to lose in the upcoming elections due to his party's poor performance.

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