Muslim Community in France Fearful of Far-Right National Rally's Rise to Power
In the recent parliamentary elections in France, the far-right National Rally led by Marine Le Pen gained significant support, sparking fear and concern within the Muslim community. Fatimata, a 22-year-old French Muslim woman, expressed feeling betrayed by her own country as the National Rally promotes policies such as banning the hijab and discriminating against dual nationals. Many Muslims, like Elias and Tiziri, are considering emigrating from France due to the rise of the far right and the potential increase in discrimination and police violence. The Normalisation of the far-right's agenda has been attributed to tactics of demonization and shifting theories on racism. As the political landscape in France becomes more polarized, concerns about civil unrest and discrimination persist among marginalized groups. The upcoming runoff election on July 7 will determine if the National Rally will form a majority in the parliament, further shaping the future of France and its diverse communities.
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