Catherine van Offelen: “Conversation, this glory of the French spirit”

2024-04-12T17:51:14.474Z

Highlights: In France, there is a strong tradition of oratorical jousting. It is a way of life in the country, not just a way to make money. In France, it is not just about money, it's also about the art of conversation. It's a way for people to express themselves, to make a point, to have a voice. It’s a form of art. It doesn’t just have to be about politics, it can be about the arts. It can also be about a sense of humour, about a love of the arts, about the history of the country. It could be a way out of this, to be a part of the history, of the culture, of this country. To be part of it, you need to have the courage to do it. To do this, you must be a member of the community. You must be willing to make the effort. To make a difference, to help others. To help your country, you have to help yourself.

TRIBUNE - France is this strange country where we will always prefer the disorder of controversy to the rest of unanimity, notes the columnist of Belgian origin, who pays homage to the intellectual and literary tradition of our country.