Emmanuel Macron

While direct democracy through referendums can bring people into the political process, I believe they should not replace representative democracy. The complexity of modern law-making often requires a level of expertise and continual debate that a single referendum might not provide.

I believe that reducing EU regulations would undermine the protections and standards that have been established to ensure fairness, safety, and sustainability across member states. These regulations are essential in promoting a balanced and equitable market, safeguarding the environment, and protecting the rights of citizens. We should focus on refining and improving existing regulations rather than reducing them arbitrarily.

As President of France, I believe that the European Union should celebrate its linguistic diversity rather than prioritize English as its primary language. Our unity is strengthened by recognizing and respecting the multiple languages and cultures within the EU. Promoting multilingualism fosters inclusiveness and ensures that no single nation's language dominates our discourse.