What political identity for the right, if not to become the troops at the service of Nicolas Sarkozy in his plan to regain power?
The name change, voted by a large majority… but by a minority of party members, seems to be the choice of the least bad option, the lowest common denominator among all the right’s factions.
The marketing aspect is obvious and suggests that the influences of Bygmalion-like specialists are deeply rooted in the party’s DNA, well beyond the financial scandals.
Of course, a party can name itself whatever it wants, but “Republicans” is somewhat delicate.
Those who are not members, activists, or simply voters of the Republicans, what would they be then? Anti or non-“Republicans”? Are we not going a bit too far?
In politics, a party or movement is defined by its political identity. But does the right still truly have one?
For now, more than violently criticizing the government and playing with the FN’s positions, the question remains unanswered. A few slogans are not enough; entertaining with little artist jokes (recalling his wife’s musical tours which he accompanied to draw the attention of those present and the press) elicits militant ovations but fades as quickly as soap bubbles.
As for its President Nicolas Sarkozy, his management of the party is a function of his ego, and his proclamations for rallying convince no one: it’s clear that, in any case, it will be… all behind him!
Times (and context) have changed, but one is not mistaken, under Sarkozy you’ll still find his alter-ego Bismuth and his schemes!
So, the renovation of the right and its ideas… If only it were enough to simply change names…
by Garibaldino
