If France can't defend itself, why should America rely on it?
When Notre Dame Cathedral burned in 2019, the world mourned. It was apparently a tragic accident, and there was universal grief that one of the well-known symbols of French identity, the place of Napoleon’s coronation, and a beauty of Gothic architecture, was burned.
TL;DR
- France is experiencing widespread riots and the destruction of public buildings, unlike the accidental burning of Notre Dame.
- The author suggests France is ignoring the escalating chaos, citing the Louvre's description of protests as "student strikes."
- The situation in France creates uncertainty about the reliability of Western allies for the United States, especially concerning defense spending.
- Similar unrest has been observed in other European countries like Spain and Italy.
- France is urged to demonstrate its capacity for basic governance, national pride, and the defense of Western civilization.
- The article calls for accountability for the destruction and violence, emphasizing the need for France to enforce laws and defend its culture and citizens.