JEFF GLOR: I was struck by something you said, that "This battle is, shouldn't be defensive." What does that mean? PRESIDENT EMMANUEL MACRON: Hello. And thanks very much for this appointment. First of all, let me start by saying a few words for your country and and for what happened today in the U.S., because it seems that we had a terrorist attack or an attempt at least. I believe there is -- I mean, nobody died it seems at this stage, but I wanted to convey my feelings and all my solidarity to your people and your president. Switching from ... the news of the day to our news of the day, which is about climate change, indeed, I'm interested in the fact that what people want today is to choose the future. And not to be in a certain we're the victim of different changes. When we speak about climate change, you're a victim of something ... which is happening with deep roots where you don't have -- anything to deal with. And people just want to choose a life. That's … [Read more...] about Emmanuel Macron interview with Jeff Glor — full transcript
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French prez Emmanuel Macron to star in ‘Peter and the Wolf’
French President Emmanuel Macron has worked his star quality on the political stage — and he’s about to use it on a new one. France’s wonder boy is set to make his theatrical debut — at least since becoming a world leader — in the plum role of the narrator of “Peter and the Wolf,” according to BFMTV. The March 1 performance at the Elysee Palace will be for schoolkids, sick children and staff of the presidential palace, according to BFM. Music will be by the Republican Guard Orchestra. Written by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev in 1936, the symphonic fairy tale concerns a Russian boy on the hunt for a raiding wolf. The narrator role is a star magnet. David Bowie, Sharon Stone, Leonard Bernstein, Rob Reiner, Sean Connery and Carol Channing, among others, have played it in earlier productions. Macron, 40, has used his theatrical chops before. He famously met his wife, Brigitte, when he was 15-year-old drama student at a school in Amiens, … [Read more...] about French prez Emmanuel Macron to star in ‘Peter and the Wolf’
France’s Emmanuel Macron risks image as humane globalist by approving crackdown on migrants
PARIS – French President Emmanuel Macron approved an immigration bill Wednesday that would sharply limit the number of asylum-seekers allowed to stay in the country and at the same time increase deportations, infuriating migrant advocates and even political allies. The bill, to be debated in Parliament in June, challenges the humane public image that Macron has sought to project: He once pointed to German Chancellor Angela Merkel's embrace of 1 million migrants as an inspiring example of "our collective dignity." Now his administration is making it easier for France to rid itself of unwanted migrants. "He's proclaiming he's the hero of refugees, but in reality this law does the opposite," said Patrick Weil, a constitutional scholar and expert on immigration in France. "It makes it much more difficult for asylum-seekers to actually receive refugee status. When you are a foreigner afraid for your life, you are not in the best position to deal with the kind of requests the … [Read more...] about France’s Emmanuel Macron risks image as humane globalist by approving crackdown on migrants
Rihanna, French President Emmanuel Macron champion millions for global education
DAKAR, Senegal – Singer Rihanna and French President Emmanuel Macron headlined a conference in Senegal on Friday raising hundreds of millions of dollars for education in developing countries.Cheers and whistles rang out as Rihanna was announced in the audience that included several African heads of state and the World Bank president.“This is a fight we’re never gonna stop fighting until every boy and every girl has access to education,” said the singer, an ambassador for the Global Partnership for Education, which supports work in 65 countries.Rihanna tweeted “merci” to thank Macron for co-hosting the organization’s conference as part of his two-day trip to Senegal. The host nation was praised for spending 7% of its GDP on education.Macron called education “the only single response” to the extremism and fundamentalism threatening West Africa. He promised 200 million euros ($248 million) for the fund, sharply upping … [Read more...] about Rihanna, French President Emmanuel Macron champion millions for global education
Emmanuel Macron is lending the UK a famous piece of Franco-British history in a grand diplomatic gesture
Kieran Corcoran, provided by Published 1:06 am, Wednesday, January 17, 2018 Getty Images Emmanuel Macron reportedly approved the loan of the 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry to Britain. The artifact depicts the Norman Conquest of Britain in 1066. Macron made the gesture ahead of a major meeting with Theresa May. The French President has a penchant for grand gifts on the world stage. Macron has given the go-ahead for the Bayeux Tapestry to be temporarily put on display in the United Kingdom for the first time since it was woven in the 11th century, according to The Times newspaper. LATEST BUSINESS VIDEOS Now Playing: Now Playing Boeing Unveils New Spy Plane Design 'Son Of Blackbird' Veuer Mar-a-Lago, President Trump's 'Winter White House,' Has Been Cited for Poor Maintenance TMTime Introducing the Nissan Xmotion Concept Design Bridging Tradition and Technology - Detroit AutomotoTV Nestle Sells US Candy Business to Ferrero for $2.8 Billion Wibbitz FOX … [Read more...] about Emmanuel Macron is lending the UK a famous piece of Franco-British history in a grand diplomatic gesture