POLI 2053 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Constitution Of France, Individualism, Upper House
Document Summary
Return of the socialists after 17 years. The french state of mind: political traits. France has a stronger commitment to europe while great britain has ties but they are not very strong. France has two parties with many factions because of ideological proliferation. They came up with left and right but they find many differences that aren"t very significant. They always go to a second round in presidential elections. The lower house is controlled by the socialist party. Great britain has two parties: the liberals and the conservatives. It is a coalition government; not very strong; no majority in parliament to get things done. Socialism returned in june 2012 after 17 years. Their return with so much fanfare because of the contrasting images of new and former president. New president"s promises: wealthy pay 75% income taxes, gay rights, equal treatment for women regarding jobs. 34 members of cabinet; half men/half women: took 30% reduction in salary.
