WHAT IS HAPPENING IN FRANCE ? (Politics, Macron, Elections, etc...) 🗳️ 

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been so confused by Macron’s actions and finally you’re explaining in a very clear way and now I feel that I understand a little bit more. I have a few colleagues talking about French politics. I’m very surprised that more people aren’t watching this unfold because it’s so very very important! BTW I’m in NYC

Bonjour. Yes, here in Spain we are following the French drama. You did a fantastic job of an update.

I’m from the USA and yes we are talking about what is going on in France. Thank you for explaining everything❤

Salut Theo - You should definitely keep us updated on politics. I love your video content. Grand merci!

I travel to France yearly. I am watching this closely, it is on our news in the US. Keep us updated!

when a party called "far right radical" ect. get so many votes they aren't "extreme" or "radical" anymore in fact they just became mainstream

From the USA. Your presentation was absolutely excellent. I know nothing about French politics and you explained it all very cleaarly. Please creaate followup videos on this topic. on another note: I know you mentioned that you have taaught yourself thr English language. You have also done n excellent job of learning to speak this language. I would like to reccommend another resouce to you to further enhance your English language skills. It is right on UTube and it is caalled"Accurate English". The program is varied and taught by aan American English professor. Good luck to you, Theo and merci beaucoup!

Hi Theo. Hey, if you want to witness politics at it's worst just follow the USA 😮🤪🤣😫🤭😣😖😟🥺😬👎🤞🙏

In Canada French politics are on the news. However, we were not told about the low turnout and the European elections are not really understood. We are being told that most of Western Europe is so sick of the illegal immigration that they will vote far right.

I do hear about your roits alot and about Macron a little here in USA. Our elections are coming up for president here and there is alot of arguing and backstabbing!!! Its awful!!

I'm from Malaysia and I started following French politics after Macron's election in 2017. I think one of the reasons why he did it is because the high scores of the extremes and if he couldn't just not do anything and pretended like nothing happened. That would just have made Le Pen unstoppable for 2027. And he wants to take away the number one reason that most RN electors are citing which is "we have never tried the RN". In hopes that for 2027, there will be a chance for a moderate candidate to win.

Thanks Théo. Your podcast has helped me understand what has happened and what might happen. We're lucky enough to be able to vote now we're naturalised.

Love your videos about French politics. Greetings from USA

Good luck to RN!✌️ Vive la France ! 🇨🇵

Same in the UK. Our election is 4th July

I’m not a huge fan of Le Pen but so happy her party is taking the lead. France has changed a lot and not for the good

Bonjour Théo, très bien expliqué ! Merci ! Jos Az USA

Bonjour Theo! I just came back from Paris at the end of May and started watching your videos. I saw signs on buildings,etc. about the election and wondered what it was all about. Voter apathy( very low turnout) is a problem in many democratic countries, especially the US. We are in the middle of a presidential election and with former President Trump being a convicted felon while still running for reelection, well... our media are consumed with this and with the Israeli- Hamas war. Love all of your videos and thanks for the explanation of the French political system.

Greetings from Washington, DC. Yes, the European elections, especially French, are in the news a lot here.

Thanks for this. I appreciate it, and I am very curious to know what young people are thinking, if they voted, if so how. My impression is that young people all over Europe, especially in France and Germany are embracing the far right. I hope I am wrong. I've had a chance to talk to my friends about this and in attempting to figure out what Macron is up to the following seems to be the consensus among the people I know. First, the tight timeline for the election means that there will be no chance for people not already registered to vote to register. That means that a repeat of the European electins seems very likely. Second, the gambit seems to be very specifically aimed at kneecapping the left in France, the purpose, it is argued, for Macron normalizing the far right over the last few years in the first place. Finally, he cannot expect to win and seems to be hoping that the RN will mess up once in office and will be turned on by an increasingly fickle electorate. If that last is the case, then that is a pretty cavalier gamble with other people's lives and safety. Again thank-you. I follow European politics very closely as I lived in the UK, France and Italy for many years before returning to Canada. My friends here also follow European politics.

People in all the world are worried because marine le pen will win, and I think that marion is a good candidat, I like the way she expresses herself

Thank you. From 🇺🇸

this is so well-explained, I've lived in France for a very long time and i finally understand more, thanks to Theo.

Yes it is mentioned in the mainstream media. The implications however are not discussed. Alternative news sources however are discussing this shift. It seems confusing because terms like “far-left” and “far-right” are ambiguous. Different meanings to different people. FAR anything seems extremist and no one wants that. Historically it has been a dangerous occurrence. I don’t think controlling migration should be viewed as extreme. I don’t know what else they are packing in their far right pockets.

Thank you Theo. Well done. I receive German and French news on public television five nights a week. It is quite complicated but interesting. I love France and have friends there so remain very interested in the political landscape. Again, thank you for the best explanation of events. Your explanation was better than the French news!😊Boston, USA

Yes, in the US we are talking about France. Mostly it's in the context of either the Ukraine situation (if Macron goes it will help to end that war) or connected to Trump or Meloni (see the Right is gaining, maybe they will win and end this malaise the West is in).

Very interesting , im starting to see how things work in public. This will help for people who are 1st timer going to France , yes i believe. More of this raw explanation ! Thank you Theo !

Thanks for your update,sad to see France in this political mess, Macron has lost popularity, so it was getting worse for him & his Party. It seems all the traditional parties have become unpopular, whilst Le Pen party gains support, look forward, to your videos, very helpful. It seems, Macron did too much to help Wealthiest people in France, & not enough for everybody else.

What a pity the Right didn’t go with their wise leader and join forces with the far right

i'm young and french and i voted far right, glad my people did the same

In Australia we have compulsory voting, which in my opinion should be implemented in every democracy. We all have a responsibility to say how we want our countries to be governed. I’m speculating, but is it possible that Macron called snap elections in the hope of higher turnout as people are concerned about the prospect of a far right government?

Oui, Je suis en train d’apprendre le français et je pense que ses temps politiques sont très important. Donc, tiens nous au courant s’il vous plaît. Finalement, vous parlez anglais avec un très joli accent français :)

I was given a leaflet when I was visiting Versailles from England. Googled them and instantly saw far right. went straight in the bin

It is great. Macron is a mess, and Le pen for the win.😊

Good morning, Theo. I’m in the US & I try to follow French politics. We were there right before the June election & because my husband is French, we had many friends & family members to talk to about politics. Most people, all of whom have 🇫🇷 university degrees, weren’t interested in discussing 🇫🇷 politics although they wanted to discuss 🇺🇸 politics. (Our deplorable trump). I wish I understood what Macron is thinking. It seems like too big a risk.

Thank you so much for explaining this, Théo. I am taking an interest in French politics and was looking for a video on exactly this topic, so that I can understand and discuss with my friends in France.

As a US/Japanese citizen watching is very fun. At the end not a single person can change your life. Politics are just another sports and entertainment for ADULT 😂

Merci beaucoup pour cette vidéo. In NZ we don't get a lot of international news but all my french friends and adopted family are talking about this on their social media.... Only, it's all in french and although I speak French fluently, politics is not an area that I understand completely (even in english 😂) so I appreciate your brief and yet details summary of what's happening.... What a mess!! NZ is in a similar situation though 🙈 how did the world get like this!?

Thanks for your video, I liked it a lot. Yes, the french political situation is talked about in Italy too. For example, on Instagram by the young journalist Flavia Carlini. Please make more videos like this ❤

Thanks for your video, I liked it a lot. Yes, the french political situation is talked about in Italy too. For example, on Instagram by the young journalist Flavia Carlini. Please make more videos like this ❤

Tbh my YT randomly recommended the video. I might not be much of a reference because I barely watch TV, but I only got to know about this situation now through your video. I'm brazilian. Here voting is an obligation. I recommend doing what you can to interrupt a bad person, to say the least, getting elected. I don't think many people thought Bolsonaro would gain much popularity and end up elected here, yet... It doesn't help the other options sucked and still suck as well. I want to leave my country at the earliest opportunity I get. If France's extreme right ends up in power, I bet people will feel more inclined to vote next time, but it'll surely suck if turns out that way. Get voting, people! Anyways, wish you all the best!

I like your video. I would like to put forward my opinion in addition(I am not expert but an observer :)), Why far right gaining support, Local people are frusted with - Cost of living increasing - Immigration unchecked (example: criminals and extreemist enter the country making it unsafe) - Geopolitics of Ukraine war (linked with increase in cost) my opinion on snap election is that, it is a risky stratergy however its is essential to see clearly what people want. Now its the test for people to vote and see the consequence. However from the bussiness point of view, if french people are expecting benifits from foreign contries or people, this will definitely scare them as nobody know what decison will far right will take when it is in power in the future. Only time will tell how the world evolve in the future.

Yay! I wanted to message you and ask If you would make a video like this . I’d be curious to see about your thoughts about the conspiracy theory surrounding your presidents wife !

Great video Theo! Macron is taking a high risk making voters think about who they want in government. In Australia voting is compulsory for citizens on the electoral role

Bonjour! In America, the national news outlets will dedicate a minute or two to the French government. It is on the radar but not something that most people are following closely. Thank you for the outstanding explanation!

Interesting video! Thanks for clarifying 👍

such a big mistake... just like what happened in iran... they won't come down once they get the power...

As a Portuguese/Australian this telenovela in France is extraordinary to watch. The far right has somehow ingratiated themselves into the fabric of your beautiful country...Good luck

Love the video. Politics impacts everything including travel. So your updates on what’s happening in France are important. Thanks!

Thanks Théo. Here in Colombia we are following the situation in France, no one gets Macron's decision... let's see how it ends.

HELLO 👋 Theo, do not understand Politics at all, anyways lots of luv to U frm Mehek , frm India n bestest wishes always for U

I very much appreciate this clear explanation of the political situation in France at the moment. Fingers crossed for the French people.

This was very interesting! As an American, I do not hear much about French politics. I assure you Theo, American politics are quite chaotic as well! I agree that every citizen should not take for granted the right to vote in their country.

I was really interested in this topic and you are the first to explain it to me do well here in Arizona, USA. You do a great job on your topics. Mercì❤

Maybe Macron is gambling he can force a big turnout in the special election. Risky but also brave. I hope he not making the same mistake as Cameron which brought the UK (and the world) Boris Johnson for what seemed an eternity. At his critical moment in time, people of good will around the world need to stand together in solidarity for democracy and against the extremism of the right. P.S Won't the Olympics be playing in the background of all this?

Theo, I think the reason is simpler. Macron just thought his position is untenable given that the far-right votes won by quite a margin. It's not like Macron was popular anyways, not least after his pension reforms.

thanks for this vedio.... love from Pakistan

Very helpful to us in UK. Thank you.

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

There is no far right in 2024 in the west

Much smoke and little substance.

Salut Theo! We met in Paris, I am Tiffani's producing partner. I love following you here!

I like the video, if you feel inspired to make more, it would be interesting 😊

Marcon es muy envidoso la cara imagen fuera ok

Thanks for trying to explain the political situation in France. I read le Figaro and Le Monde and pour moi il est très compliqué.

I don't know if having the RN govern will credibilize or decredibilize them. It could go either way. I just know that a lot of people won't accept them and will create a form resistance to hopefully block them in 2027. There will be a lot of chaos in the streets.

I did not expect to like this video but wow, that was really, really good. No, we get absolutely no coverage on France where I live in the USA…and it’s something we have to seek out via the BBC news or even Canadian news, which isn’t a common thing to do here. I do it, but then I lived in Canada as a child so my upbringing wasn’t typical. And, I’m learning French so my mind is on French speaking countries which is very untypical for where I live. Our 2nd language is Spanish and no one appears to be interested in French near me. I’m sure you’re aware of the dismal choice we face at voting time in November for our president. I’ve never had a president that I have liked so it’s nothing new but this is a weird year for the USA and it sounds like a weird time for France with what you said. Merci.

Here in Australia, we are obliged to check in on voting day to accept the ballot paper. So the voting rates are very high, people not wanting to receive a fine! It works here because we are used to it, this being the demand placed on us from 1901 when Federation occurred. Thank you for the video!

Macron 🔮✝️🇪🇺

Well done.

Merci Théo pour nous en expliquer.

I have seen a couple of reports on the political situation in France, which is exceptional in the United States. I note that you describe the Rassemblement National as far right extremists, but you do not describe the leftists as extremists even though the LFI members clearly are. A French guy once said to me, "In America, you don't have a left, you have only the right and the extreme right." I think that the opposite has always been true in France. You have only the left and the extreme left, to a point that any truly conservative or nationalist party seems extreme. I have listened to the leaders of the RN and Reconquête on RU-vid and they sound like mainstream Republicans in America.(except that the RN is far to the left of American Republicans on economic issues) Are the RN and Reconquête extremists just because hard left journalists and leftist politicians say this is the case? I think that the French should open their minds to a different way of doing things after 40 years of leftist government.

In the US, since I live in DC we are definitely watching. No one likes Le Pen and having her party win will definitely have us laughing. Our elections are in November and Trump is leading the polls so Biden is looking for a good example to say this is what our nation will look like if the right lead us. It will be interesting for sure.

Firstly great content so keep it coming. Voting should be compulsory or else incur a substantial fine. Works in Australia even though they always get it wrong & vote the wrong party in. But hey they voted & so they must lump it till the next election.

Excellente vidéo mdrr

Very good commentary. I haven't heard much about this in the news in the United States so this was very informative. My assumption is that a lot of this is about the anti-immigrant sentiments like we have in the United States...but interested to understand what else is driving this far right conservativism...

The FT (Financial Times) is the only non-party newspaper to rely on in UK for news about France. Tschüss! Derek

I agree with many of your other correspondents. In Finland, we are captivated by the French electoral drama. In our last election the right-wing populist party came in second place and is now in a coalition government. In some ways, the current global situation is scarily reminiscent of the interwar period. Many thanks for your commentary. Please continue to keep us informed.

I’ve just begun following this chaos. And here in Denmark we had a kind of similar situation, with the party in power getting very few votes for the EP election. So two other partyleaders has actually called for our prime minister to hold an election, one of them with a reference to Macron as being “more courageous”. But our primeminister denied their request.

Always good to be reminded how more than 50% of people not voting is considered strange elsewhere. As a life long degenerate American I'm always pretty happy if EVEN 50% of an electorate manages to cast a vote...

Théo, Mr. Macron already had no majority. It was unbearable. Remember the demonstrations in March 2023. He should have dissolved Parliament then.

I would imagine that it is because these days so many influential politicians act like kids that 50% of citizens did not vote. Many politicians are simply not up to the role of leadership.

Thank you for explaining the political situation in France and how it works. I am learning the French language and I'm also interested in politics. My husband and I love visiting France and have friends there. I am from the UK and find it very interesting to see how the French people deal with things when they are not happy (or otherwise). They have true strength of character and are not afraid to stand up for what they believe in. I will look forward to more of your videos in future.

Excellent explainer! I was in France last week as this was happening. I saw my cousin the evening after he voted and then a few days later. He was also shocked by what was happening. And, yes, I am seeing news about this in the United States. I follow financial news and business journalists are reporting on the France political situation and what the implications would be in the financial world if the far right dominates in France after these next elections.

J’aime ton accent ❤

I'm sorry but I couldn't help but hear your accent 😂😂

Do you hear about French politics in your country ?

Very true 👍, if i was in Paris , I would hv voted for u Theo as Prime Minister .

For any English speakers here, “chef” means boss in French.

THEO - we ALSO had a president in the USA who acts like a baby ! DJT ! 🤣🤣

Fantastic explanation! Yes to more political videos.

Vive lá France 🇫🇷 Marine Le Pen - tu es incroyable 😘🇦🇺🇸🇬

France will not shake the german yoke.

American living in France now so following le feuilleton every day. My opinion is that France is special because of how much the various politicians truly and deeply hate one another (few exceptions of course but as a general rule).

C'est un chaos régnant qui se produit en France... Hâte de partir vivre dans un autre pays !

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 accent niya

ur accent is so cute

Saying “far right” and “extremist” is very misleading

Your video was first in my queue. I hope it all turns out. In the US, the far right, specifically, DJT supporters, have caused, by the numbers/data, an increase in violence (domestic, race, society at large) and division. There truly is cause for concern. By the way, the breadth, depth and scope of your English excellent.

Although I love the idea of Pécresse slapping Ciotti in the face (edit to say: I've checked and it was fake news, I hate/love how disappointed I am haha), I've never been as anxious for the future of our country as I have been this past week. To say it's a mess is an understatement. You seem way calmer than I am though, which somehow soothes me a bit. Les Français, aux urnes !