Never Mind Le Pen and Macron
by John RogoveThe real story of the French presidential race was the rise of the leftwing candidate, Jean-Luc Mélenchon. Continue Reading »
Goodbye, Left and Right
by R. R. RenoWe see it in France, we see it in America: The metaphysical dream that has dominated the West for decades is being challenged. Continue Reading »
The Tragedy of the Republic
by Pierre ManentWe French have for some years been overcome by a furor for republicanism and for citizenship. There is no activity so humble that it cannot take on an intimidating nobility as soon as it is associated with citizenship. The republic calls us, besieges us, smothers us—but where is the republic? Are . . . . Continue Reading »
France is a Broken Country
by Samuel GreggFrance’s election illustrates that a nation once considered the epitome of European civilization has entered a state of advanced decline and political paralysis. Continue Reading »
Anti-Christianity in France
by Jean DuchesneFrench aversion to Christianity shows up in the half-repentant Marxist left, but can also be found on the extreme right, with its mystique that despises love and mercy, and among centrists whose moderation assimilates faith to fanaticism. Continue Reading »
While We’re at It
by R. R. Reno♦ Michael Novak died in February. He was a pillar of First Things for more than two decades. Like our founder, Richard John Neuhaus, Michael had been an ardent proponent of a number of progressive causes. Some of his early books about post–Vatican II Catholicism can make you blush. But in the . . . . Continue Reading »
Crèche Clash
by Mark MovsesianThe Conseil d’Etat, France’s highest administrative court, recently issued a pair of rulings on the question of crèche displays. The principles they enshrine are confusing to say the least. Continue Reading »
Hindenburg’s Bathing Suit and the Burkini Ban
by Elliot MilcoThe choice of clothing is a form of social communication, by which one can (for better or worse) say something about the order of one’s life. Continue Reading »
An Unplanned Pilgrimage
by Sr. Alicia TorresWe were among those mourning a tragic loss. Yet, as we sought to comfort them, we recognized that they were filled with hope because Jesus was still in their midst. Continue Reading »
Does French Culture Have a Future?
by Pierre ManentThe French are exhausted, but they are first of all perplexed, lost. Things were not supposed to happen this way. Continue Reading »
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