In France there was an intriguing first round of presidential elections.

The result of the first round of voting in France is as follows (with minor corrections):.

Young Euro-optimist Emmanuelle Macron - 23.75% Putinist Le Pen, who supports the withdrawal of France from Schengen and for the referendum on France's withdrawal from the EU - 21.53% I can not say that these optimistic results also pleased me, as voted For the utopian ideas of Marina Le Pen 20 percent of the French, this is not only a negative outcome of the migration crisis in the EU, but also a demonstration of the effectiveness of Russian anti-European propaganda, and an indication that democracy in Europe is really at risk.

But. In view of the fact that Macron is already enlisting the support of his yesterday's opponents, such as Fillon (19.91%), which led to the stupefaction of Russian propagandists, great hopes remain. Hopes for a "French exam on maturity and democracy," hopes for a victory Macron over the utopia of Le Pen.

As an example, several quotes from M. Macron, in the sincerity of whose words I believed.

"We have a long history with the US. Together we built peace on the planet ... Today I want to offer more independence. Do not get along with Mr. Putin. I want to build independence with responsibility, with a real European policy "2. "There is no reason to be dependent on Russia, to succumb to its charms or to allow it to act contrary to international law" 3. "I, like no one else, can make Putin respect me, because I have no debt to Russia for this campaign, which, however, was conducted not without unacceptable interference of others" 4. "I will tell him (Putin) also (if elected to the post of President of France) that I will follow the protection of our principles, without hostility, but without concessions." 5. "I clearly and resolutely express my desire to conduct a demanding dialogue with the Kremlin in order to resolve the Ukrainian and Syrian crises in which Russia is an interested participant".

Yes.

You can debate, demand clarification of his positions, but argue with the fact that France is facing an epoch-making choice - stupid.

The second round of the presidential elections in France will be held on May 7.

Bonne chance a vous, monsieur Emmanuel Macron.

Ne pas nous manquer, France!.

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