the deputy distributes the medals with all his might

It doesn't matter, ultimately, that this distinction is not official, it fulfills its purpose: to please. This Saturday, in Lantenna-Vertière, where Modem deputy Laurent Croizier had chosen to present his wishes, the recipients seemed touched, even deeply moved, when receiving the medal from the National Assembly.

Members of Parliament can distribute these medals as many as they wish. It's a good way to honor local actors – and therefore, to reaffirm, for elected officials, their attachment “to the field”….