Author: Eszter-Petronella SOÓS
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39. Why the French economy matters – more than you think
Common wisdom says that incumbents get reelected more easily when the economy is booming. Also, they are more often fired by electors when the economy is in trouble. A whole series of 2008 incumbents can confirm this: the Republican Party (and John McCain) in the U.S., the Labour Party (and Gordon Brown) in Great Britain,…
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38. What’s the problem with Google in France?
A few weeks ago, French Senate lawmakers adopted an amendment to the so-called Macron law that would force Google to advertise three of its competitors on its site and on its search results page. This is not an amendment likely to enter into force, as the government opposes it, nevertheless, this is a remarkable new…
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The CEO’s Compass – French business environment flash report
I am launching a new, regular tool today, called the CEO’s Compass. The issues of this regular business environment flash report will tackle political risks, ongoing legislation, economic and regulative controversies in France – so that companies can always be prepared for what is to come. The CEO’s Compass will be published every 4-5 weeks,…
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37. Charlie Hebdo: a clash of civilizations?
In this moment, many Europeans think that Huntington’s “clash of civilizations” thesis was right – especially those who react to the Charlie Hebdo murders the most emotionally. Are they right? Or is it a self-fulfilling prophecy? This is a serious issue we have to debate, openly, honestly, publicly. Muslims, Christians, Atheists… Of course, not everybody refers…
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36. Sarkozy, again
A few hours ago, Nicolas Sarkozy announced on Facebook that he would seek the presidency of his party, the UMP. He did not say outright that he wanted to run for President of the Republic again, but evidently, that is the case. His announcement is no surprise, the political elite knew it would come –…