France's identity politics

http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/eo20070420a1.html

In the recent french presidency elections, the topic of national identity was brought up by electorial candidate, Sarkozy(now, president of france).

National identity which transcends race, religion and origin is being threatened by globalization.
As different ideas and values spread across Europe in amazing speed, the national identity is constantly under attacked by this circulation of ideas across the world, causing much uncertainty in Europe. American dominance and growing Asian influence has also undermine France's position in the world. Therefore, it is difficult and requires much effort to keep this notion of national identity upbeat and convincing.

The idea of nation and national pride and identity is sometimes being mocked at. The is backed up by arguments that globalisation is takes precendence and countries should be concern about global politics, rather than focusing on the local sector.

Today, the world is taken over by globalisation and national politics is magnified on a global scale. National identity, perhaps not regard as utmost importance in the globalised world, is still crucial in shaping our belonging and loyalty of our country. Hence, efforts in creating national identity should not be toned down. Instead, it should require more effort as before as forging a national identity is getting harder in our globalised world.

~xiu wen~