Karl Marx birth bicentennial has not given a place, to the difference to the 50th anniversary of May 68, to many reflections about his work and its influence. He took from Hegel the idea that the society was divided into classes and that their struggle will be a driving force. The events which have marked the first half of the 20th century, the crisis and the wars, didn’t prove he was wrong. Western Europe, once the peace has been reestablished, will learn the lessons: deep inequalities generated by the capitalist system really constitute a threat for democratic regimes which ...

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French economy growth rate during 2018 1^st quarter fell back to 0.3% against 0.7% during the previous quarter. Acquired growth is only 1.2% at the beginning of this year. It means that if France wants to reach in 2018 the 2% target which is in the Stability Program presented to Brussels in April, the quarterly growth rhythm must be above 0.7% until the end of this year, which is far from being established. This result invalidates the positive opinions regarding, until now, the government economic policy. This one is the continuation of the one which ...

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At a moment when the French President arrives in the United States, attention will be focused on his counterpart personality and the ability of both men to understand each other despite their age and character differences. It is essential if they want to adopt common positions about the many current economic and geopolitical challenges affecting the international scene. It should also give the opportunity to have a better understanding of today America. We are amazed by the achievements of these companies which have changed our daily life with their software (Microsoft), their smart phones (Apple), their platforms to have access ...

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