How France Plunged Into Political Uncertainty

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Published 2024-07-12
French President Emmanuel Macron’s arguably reckless decision to call a legislative election after rival Marine Le Pen’s party made gains in European Union elections didn’t result in a far-right government. It did, however, lead to a messy hung parliament that could prove challenging for governing and financial markets. So why did Macron take the gamble and what happens now?

0:00 Introduction
00:57 Markets on edge
03:03 Macron’s unpopularity
04:01 Le Pen softens image
07:59 Election surprise

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All Comments (21)
  • In my understanding of world history, France has pretty much always been in political uncertainty.
  • @marybusch6182
    Now if only Trudeau would do the same in Canada... I dont think he can face reality...
  • @banshong3997
    As they say , what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive 😂😂😂
  • @harbosonius
    " Communists officially seize power in France." - the actual headline
  • @micmousebg
    'Left wing parties, ranging from moderates to communists. On the other side: far right.' I'm sniffing some bias here.
  • @bobjohnson3940
    Thing is the anti-immigration thing in Europe isn't an arbitrary outgrown of imperfect human souls it's a real response to a failed policy that was supposed to yield practical results and it's something Europe will have to deal with because people seem less willing to assimilate there. The US is more fortunate in that assimilation seems easier
  • @hollywoodnoire
    The UK is also facing political uncertainty because of the ongoing drama with the UK Parliament and British Royal Family.
  • @marianar6805
    Britain also called a snap election and lost to Labour
  • Every single district in France, aside from Paris voted. Red. I don't think france has ever been less sure of anything.
  • @Demetri450
    Sometimes you have to give people a wake up call to get them to pay attention
  • @kdolo1887
    The title should read, "How Macron Plunged France Into Political Uncertainty"
  • @lv1543
    Justin treudrau clones are being propped up everywhere
  • @countryboy9695
    Political uncertainty is Frances political identity - Marie antoniote.
  • @diegoyuiop
    You can't say Macron lacks political courage