Macron leaves future open as political curtain nears
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Macron leaves future open as political curtain nears
""I wasn't in politics before and I'm not going to be after," Macron said Thursday during a visit to a high school in Cyprus."
""Now is a good time for the president-- who in any case won't be in charge of much any more -- to announce and lay the groundwork for his departure," Moreau-Chevrolet said."
""He needs to tell an alternative story while leaving what's next up to speculation.""
""At some point there'll be a change in perspective, because he won't be a political personality any longer.""
Emmanuel Macron announced he will quit politics in 2027, emphasizing the challenge of balancing his record with acknowledging failures. The political landscape is already shifting as potential candidates for the 2027 election emerge, with some showcasing personal stories to appeal to voters. Macron aims to improve his legacy perception while his successors attempt to distance themselves from his unpopularity. Observers suggest he may follow Jacques Chirac's path, where time away from politics could enhance his public image.
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