MARINE LE PEN: A NEW ERA FOR FRANCE?
Marine Le Pen, France's far-right presidential candidate, has officially launched her campaign to succeed President Emmanuel Macron, promising to restore the rule of law , strengthen national identity and introduce tougher immigration policies. Speaking to approximately 8,500 supporters in Orléans, Le Pen presented herself as a candidate capable of bringing stability and authority to a country experiencing political and social tensions. Her campaign comes at a time when France has witnessed violent incidents, including looting and arson during demonstrations over the rising cost of living. "We are going to restore the rule of law," she declared, arguing that the government has failed to maintain public order and protect citizens. Le Pen also promised to preserve France's cultural identity , including its language, traditions, values and way of life. She argued that France needs to regain its strength and enter a new political era rather than return to the past. Her s...