Update today on French politics

As the world knows, Macron won the recent presidential election, leaving La Pen in his dust. Thank god.

It’s been interesting to see political news and commentary on the streets of Paris following the election. Here’s a sample:

And then there’s this, an actual watercolor hung on a lamppost on a major thoroughfare in central Paris. Does it mean the French promise of Liberty etc is a lie? I’m guessing?

I have to admit that for a split second I considered taking the watercolor as a souvenir. That’s because I’m an art historian who loves original works of art. But, I didn’t do it, because I’m also a respectful citizen of the world. :-))

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