The theory of national preference in France highlights the belief that minorities and immigrants are displacing white people from their political and economic dominance, linking immigration to unemployment and insecurity. Recent incidents in France, such as riots and police shootings, are raising questions about whether the country is facing its own Black Lives Matter moment. The discussion in France is revolving around the impact of mass immigration policies in Europe and the consequences of decades of refugee acceptance. A political party in France is emphasizing 'national preference,' promising to prioritize jobs for French citizens.
President Macron has called snap elections in France that could lead to him sharing power with the far right. Le Monde's Gilles Paris explains how the anti-immigrant party of Marine Le Pen is becoming more popular among young voters.
This episode was produced by Denise Guerra with help from Victoria Chamberlin and Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
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