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‘Merde’; The Economist’s powerful reporting on the political crisis in France

  • December 5, 2024
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[Síguenos ahora también en WhatsApp. Da clic aquí] British magazine Economist emphasized the seriousness of the situation political crisis that France is going throughand he did it in an

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British magazine Economist emphasized the seriousness of the situation political crisis that France is going throughand he did it in an impressive way with his first page its latest edition, using the word “shoot down” to express the seriousness of the situation.

Just days after the fall of the government Prime Minister Michel Barnierthe publication did not hesitate to call its publication “France takes a step into the unknown,” referring to the political uncertainty that exists in the country.

December 4, French parliament He dissolved Barnier’s government after a vote of no confidence. In a vote with 331 votes in favour, left-wing and far-right MPs joined forces to reject proposed 2025 budgets, leading to the resignation of the prime minister after barely 100 days in office.

This situation left France without budget approved and do not have a stable government, leading to uncertain prospects.

Cover Economist stands out in a night photograph of the entrance to Paris metrowith the word “merde” instead of “metro” on the sign.

The graphic clearly showed the direct tone with which the magazine reflects the political crisis facing the world’s second-largest economy. European Union.

The media emphasize that this event marks a historical milestone: the fall of the Barnier government was the fastest in the history of the Fifth Republic, founded in 1958. Only the government of Georges Pompidou fell faster in 1962.

Economist also emphasizes that the lack of consensus between the parties led to a legislative impasse that plunged France into political crisis no solutions are in sight.

This context of instability is reflected on the cover Economistwhich, in addition to the word “merde”, underscores the sense of political defeat and the uncertain direction the country may take in the coming months.

Source: Aristegui Noticias

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