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Mélenchon’s Call to Cancel French Debt Draws Broad Political and Economic Backlash

Left-wing leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon has faced criticism from economists, investors and political opponents after proposing that France unilaterally cancel its national debt without triggering severe financial consequences.
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