Miss Kolka

I feel I have to say more about the presidential debate - after hearing the reactions today and just the general aftermath following Royal and Sarkozy's televised confrontation- I have to say that once again my fellow citizens have surprised me - beyond belief.

Apparently Mr. Sarkozy's behaviour was apploaded - whether it was at his headquarters, in the street or even in the my own newsroom. People at work did seriously think that his appearence was flawless, especially since - and note this - he DID control himself and did not loose his temper. That was considered to be extra-ordinary.

While "madame" Royal like he refferred to her endlessly - not without some contempt in his voice - who was calm but very decisive, attacked Mr. Sarkozy's program, but never his person. The UMP candidate tried to destabilise Royal on several personal issues, like the relationship with the father of her children (which is also the secretay of the socialist party), and accused her of being too disdainful to be brilliant.

When it comes to the debate itself it was interesting - although a bit long 2 hours 44 minutes. Typical issues like crime and security were adressed, as well as health and education but weirdly the parts I retained where on the women of France who have difficulties raising their children and curiously there was no mention of the fathers. The issue of childcare appartently only concernes women and is their main problem in political livelyhood. I was astonished to hear Mme Royal continuing the debate and saying that women would not have the time to go to trial to get nursery school placements for their children - a proposition by Mister Sarkozy to deal with the 2 million children without care in France.

So many things to say - but not enough energy and honestly, since Im not as optimistic as I would have liked to be for next sunday, I might just watch and hope - just hope that this time France will have the courage to change its traditions and move forward.

Its not like I can do anything - since Im not allowed to vote in the second round - bloody paperwork! 

A clear winner from tonight's debate.

Will this be France's new president? She proved tonight that she has what it takes - and that she knows what she is talking about.

If only the French would have the odacity and the courage to vote for someone that will change politics and the image of France - once and for all.

the suspense is getting unbearable

I really hope I will not be in tears on Sunday - along with half of the french people.

All the people that I love...are not here.

Some are - but many are not. So - Something has to be done about that. So little missy is going to London in may (my early birthday present - because I believe I deserve it) and then its Iceland in july - to see family and friends, eat pulsur - walk in Landmannalaugar, go swimming - check out Boston, have a drink at 101 and show off my new tan (well let's hope so).

A tiny little problem - Icelandair is crazy! flight at "mini prix" means 570 euros for 3 weeks!! Hello?? I then checked the new company, Iceland express and they dont fly daily so I will probably have to shorten my trip - just because of the mafiosos that run that tiny little country.

My god - and you still think the tourist industry will bloom with flights that cost over the roof and a country that has sold its soul to the aliminum industry. Well good luck.

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What is it with french voters? They just love being dominated. The people as a whole, french women in particular. They dont even hesitate to vote for the most egocentric and offensive candidate in the first round of the presidential election. The candidate who is continusly disrespectful of his oppenents and completely intolerent of other has certainly managed to trick some by trying to show a softer side in this campaign - while it shouldn't be a secret to anyone that it does not need much to get this guy rolling - if he doesn't like something or someone we know about it. He doesn't hesitate to get journalists fired if they report something that is not to his liking. He is, according to Marianne magazine " an aggressive control freak" and there are many reports of his fits of rage. - So this might be France's new president in two weeks time.. a president that is supposed to unify the country and represent it abroad. Someone, that half of France hates but probably will still let win in the second round. And if he does, maybe it would be an idea to bring your cars to the suburbs, especially if they are old - and insured - because it's very likely that a victory of  someone like "the dangerous Mr. Sarkozy" will fuel riots and rise anger all around the country. I wish I could have said I told you so - but hey lets hope its not too late. 

There are still two tiny chances left:
-Either that the other presidential candidate, Segolene Royal starts SPEAKING to the french people - not only to herself and tries to convince the population that she can actually do something to change France, not only talk about it with her friends and colleges at the socialist party - concrete actions - and no more words, 
 and/ or
-That the french voters get to know the real mr. Sarkozy, the one who threatens people that he doesn't like for so many reasons, the one who has always desperatly craved for power and will do anything, and I mean anything to get there, the one who doesn't have any self control, and even attacks members of his own family (but of course everyone is too afraid to report it here in France although evidence is around). The one who always talks about "the one", himself. I dont think I have ever heard a speech by the candidate that does not (and often amlost only) include some reference to himself, What he has done, will do, what he thinks and who he is. He proudly announces whenever he gets the chance that he knows what to do and does not take orders from anyone (or advice for that matter). There is him and only him.

How did he get this far? He must have one of the best political communication team in the world.

How did WE get here? That is a good question. Almost as good as why french women tolerate constantly being agressed  by men in the street daily. Like it is totally normal to have no selfcontrol when you are a french man. Common. Look around you. And get a grip.

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