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April 26

Regarding the April 23 news article Will Charles de Gaulles France survive this election?:

French President Charles de Gaulle and German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer probably formed the most decisive duo for modern European history. By turning the Franco-German hereditary enmity into a long-lasting amity, the two politicians created the foundation for the European Union. However, it seems that the fruits of their work are rotting as France designates a right-wing populist as a candidate in the runoff election.

Marine Le Pens alarming success reveals a lot about the attitude of the French toward their international partners. Opponents of the European Union claim it is a costly burden rather than a fertile soil for economic growth and cultural exchange. The French are not alone in raising their voices against the European Union. The desire for more nationally focused politics is perceptible all over Europe. In many countries recently, right-wing parties have significantly gained influence.

Taking the present world situation into consideration, one can only hope that this swing to the right serves as a wake-up call to E.U. politicians. The persistence of a strong European Union, which is essential to the solutions of many current issues of global politics, can be achieved only by making the union more attractive for each citizen.

Gereon Wintz, Kreuzau, Germany

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Saving de Gaulle's legacy, the European Union - Washington Post