Le temps est compté pour la méthode Lecornu
- The first part of the finance bill, concerning revenues, was rejected by almost unanimity of deputies in an unprecedented situation in the Fifth Republic.
- The Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, appears isolated and devoid of majority.
- The Socialist Party (PS) is returning to the center of the political stage. The government, on the other hand, still needs to prove its reliability.
- Sébastien Lecornu insists on opening debate on five 'absolute priorities'. However, time is limited as the Constitution requires budgetary texts to be promulgated before December 31.
- If this deadline is exceeded, the options for the government are the adoption of the budget by ordinances or recourse to a 'special law'.
Conclusion: While the 'special law' option would avoid a deadlock in France, it adds to the country's economic instability and deepens the political crisis. Given the growing Russian threat, there's no time for dilatory maneuvers.
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Ocupado en defenderse
- The Government is consumed with defending itself against judicial corruption.
- There is a disconnect between the Government's priorities and those of the citizens.
- Corruption scandals affect the PSOE and Pedro Sanchez's circle.
- José Luis Ábalos and Koldo García face trials, causing nervousness in the Government.
- The PSOE has been given 10 days to deliver the list of cash payments and justifications.
- The PSOE skipped their own expense control system.
Conclusion: The continuous and persistent corruption scandals have driven the Government into a state of crisis and continuous defense, casting doubts about its reliability and effectiveness.
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La trascendencia del caso Pujol, por Editorial
- The trial against the Pujol family, including Jordi Pujol, ex-president of the Generalitat, began on Monday, affecting his seven children as well.
- The defendants are accused of illegal association, money laundering, crimes against the public treasury, among others.
- The cases originated in 2012 when the so-called patriotic police decided to limit the independentist operation.
- The instruction of this case has been too long, over a decade, which may cause defenselessness.
- It questions whether accusations should continue against an elderly person like Jordi Pujol, who is likely not in a position to defend himself.
Conclusion: Justice should behave extremely careful and precise, and take this significant case as an opportunity to restore its prestige.
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La inmigración, chivo expiatorio
- The moderate right is increasingly adopting theses of the extreme right about immigration.
- The PP defends a posture that disconnects the registration from the access of irregular immigrants to social benefits.
- Vox's deputy, Rocío de Meer, proposes deporting eight million people of foreign origin, even those of the second generation.
- Moderate parties fear losing voters and are becoming timid against the extremist stance towards immigration.
- The toughened immigration policy does not differentiate the PP from other European parties.
- The 80% of the GDP increase in the last five years in Spain has been boosted by immigrant workers.
- The data shows that there is no direct relationship between immigration and crime.
Conclusion: It's crucial to counter xenophobic and racist rhetoric with facts and pragmatic, prudent, and human responses towards immigration.
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Opinion | The People Who Want Institutions to Stand Up to Trump
- Elite law firm Skadden has been criticized by its allies for seeking a deal with the Trump administration instead of fighting alongside clients and competitors also targeted by the president.
- Over 250 people affiliated with Skadden's prestigious fellowship program signed a letter condemning the firm for this action, accusing it of betraying the rule of law.
- In response to Trump administration measures, protests have taken place at Columbia University in a sign of disagreement.
- Despite doubts about whether the letter will change the stance of Skadden's partners, the signatories chose to voice their beliefs and do what they could.
Conclusion: The editorial highlights growing anger and resistance to President Trump and his actions, from institutions as well as everyday citizens, especially within the legal community.
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Nomination du gouvernement Bayrou : le Premier ministre veut peser face à l’Elysée
- There will be a new government by Christmas, headed by François Bayrou, including heavyweight figures like Elisabeth Borne and Gérald Darmanin.
- Manuel Valls has been tasked with handling the thorny issue of Overseas territories.
- The appointment of a newcomer to Bercy could run counter to Bayrou's attempt at exerting influence.
- Without signaling to the left, Bayrou's government may be at risk of being censured.
- The absence of Xavier Bertrand in the government may indicate some risk regarding its relationship with the RN.
Conclusion: Bayrou's new government seems to be trying to balance politics with the inclusion of heavyweights, but this could result in internal conflicts and potential censorship issues.
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The Guardian view on Macron, Scholz and Europe’s future: a question of ambition | Editorial
- The French president has called for an EU reset to combat the threat of the far-right.
- Signs of a significant rightward shift in Europe are unmistakable, with parties such as the Rassemblement National in France and AfD in Germany polling well ahead of rivals.
- Despite internal rifts, these radical right-wing parties have substantial financial backing.
- Emmanuel Macron argues that a massive investment in challenges such as the green transition and defence boost can help combat this rise of illiberal extremism.
- It has been suggested that these investments can be financed by joint borrowing tools like those successfully rolled out during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Macron's approach clashes with traditional German views on the desirability of shared European debt.
- Macron is pursuing a long-term vision similar to that of Alexander Hamilton post-American Revolution, aiming to bind together the various components of the European Union.
Conclusion: Though hurdles in countries like France and Germany make the prospects of a shift ahead of the upcoming elections look slim, Macron has highlighted the need for a fiscal reset in the interest of growth, unity, and solidarity.
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Adoctrinamiento y sectarismo: el despilfarro con Broncano
- The contract of RTVE with El Terrat to sign David Broncano is more than 28 million euros for two seasons.
- The contract conditions are very advantageous for the producer and RTVE commits to maintain the program regardless of its audience.
- The contract generated controversy and precipitated a crisis in the public corporation.
- Broncano's signing seeks to modernize TVE and improve its audience data.
- The drawback is that the focus is shifting more towards entertainment and the nightly news time has been cut.
- The decision to compete in the prime time slot with El Hormiguero points to Moncloa's intention to mitigate the social influence of Pablo Motos.
- It is doubtful that the program can attract an older age bracket on television.
- The 28 million expense is questionable, especially compared to the costs of other concerning projects.
- Broncano's signing is associated with the government's tactics to politicize public television.
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Editorial | Sequía e inversiones pendientes
- Catalonia is facing a severe shortage of rainfall, which has depleted the internal basins' reservoirs.
- Soon, the Catalonian government might declare a drought emergency in the area of Barcelona and the Ter-Llobregat supply system.
- The scarcity of water can lead to severe restrictions affecting most of the Catalan population.
- The lack of investment and progressiveness in implementing the necessary reforms have exacerbated the problem.
- Responsibilities of the problem are not exclusive to the current government and local councils but also previous ones.
Conclusion: The severity of the current situation could be the definitive push to take all necessary measures to better cope with future droughts.
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