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In addition to the straitjacket in which it finds itself in the Eurozone, the French social model is too socialist in structure. While it might work in times of plenty, it leaves very little room for manoeuvre for the leaders in times of adversity. Hollande’s plans are neither robust nor coherent, nor brutal enough...
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The first obstacle that François Hollande will face is the hypocrisy of some of his fellow heads of government at the European Councils and summits. His victory at the polls in France has agitated and unsettled most European governments. For the first time, someone actually dares to challenge Germany’s uncontested hegemony. ...
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As the line separating Marine Le Pen and Nicholas Sarkozy becomes more and more blurred and both are using identical manifestos, it is hoped that the shine might be taken out of Marine Le Pen’s chances at the polls. She has character. If she makes 20 promises, she is likely to keep 15. Sarkozy’s...
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