American Democrats between panic and resignation after Thursday evening’s debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. The outgoing president did not live up to expectations in the face of Trump who was able to deliver his speech without being contradicted. Some of his supporters as well as the prestigious New York Times are calling on Joe Biden to abandon the presidential race. But for him, there is no question of throwing in the towel. I can do the job, he assured during a meeting in North Carolina.
Uncertainty in Iran after yesterday’s presidential election… A second round could pit a reformer against a conservative. This would be a first since 2005.
In France, the first round of legislative elections takes place tomorrow in mainland France. Starting today in certain overseas territories. Participation could reach a record level. A participation drained in particular by proxies. Because of the anticipated legislative requirements, the French had to organize themselves. Many of them will not be at their polling station tomorrow, nor on July 7 for the 2nd round. The 2 million proxies mark was crossed last Wednesday. This also poses a challenge for police stations, an essential link in the chain for registering requests. So to cope with this influx, and support their residents in these not always easy steps, certain municipalities are strengthening their system.
Given how closely he has always been in touch with current events, these elections should be invited to the Avignon Festival. Brought forward by 10 days because of the Olympic Games, it opens today.
