As France prepares for a presidential election, the campaign began with considerable intensity, marking a decisive political battle. The main candidates are President Emmanuel Macron and far-right leader Marine Le Pen. These elections are key to the future of France and its role in the EU.
Macron’s campaign:
Focus: stability and leadership in times of crisis.
Accomplishments: Managing the COVID-19 pandemic and responding to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Criticism: Considered an elitist policy that gave rise to protests such as the Yellow Vest Movement.
Key proposals: economic reforms, including tax cuts and raising the retirement age, and social issues such as gender equality and school bullying (DW) (DW).
Le Pen campaign:
Platform: French nationalism, strict immigration controls and financial support for homes.
Proposals: fuel and electricity tax cuts and a referendum on immigration policy.
Controversy: Criticized for previous EU-NATO opposition (DW) (DW) despite its softer stance.
The campaign has already sparked significant voter engagement in critical debates about the economy, health care and France’s global role. Both candidates tirelessly rally support and address voters’ concerns.
Implications for the election:
The result will determine France’s leadership and influence its trajectory in Europe and around the world.
Macron’s position: Pro-Central European organizations defend stability.
Le Pen’s position: Nationalist, focused on domestic reforms and tougher immigration laws.
These elections will shape not only the immediate future of the country, but also its long-term position on the international stage.
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