Apologie de l'exception française

The desire of the French to defend their culture is a topic that is constantly in the news and that generates considerable controversy. The article by Stélio Farandjis reflects a body of opinion favourable to this position, which the author argues is the result of several factors: for example, the variety of landscapes, the multiethnic composition of the population, the respect for intellectuals, and the important contribution of France to the philosophy of the Enlightenment – indeed, the almost messianic role of France in promoting universal values, human rights and Christian humanism…
This article expresses one point of view: that of someone convinced that France is different, that the country has special advantages and that because of them, France has a special responsibility in international affairs.