Tossin' a Boulevardier's Curveball: French MP Rattles US Over Statue of Liberty
U.S.A.'s Possession of the Statue of Liberty Challenged by French Legislator's Demand for Restitution - American politician calls for withdrawal of Statue of Liberty from France
Hey there! Here's a heads-up about a saucy spat between the US and France over the oh-so-iconic Statue of Liberty. French MEP Raphael Glucksmann ain't afraid to speak his mind, and he recently raised some eyebrows with some fiery words for the States.
During a speech at the party congress of his centrist-left party Place publique (PP), Glucksmann, a Socialist leading the charge in the last European elections, let loose with a barb at the US. He claimed, "You've chosen to align with despots," before adding, "We handed over the lady, but apparently, you couldn't give a hoot about her." As a result, ol' Raphael is urging the Yanks to send the Statue of Liberty packing and give her a one-way ticket back to his home turf, France.
Liberty originally hails from La Belle France
Now, let me tell ya a little somethin' about the Statue of Liberty - she was once a French gift, given to the States back in the late 19th century. Why, you ask? Well, ol' Frenchy wanted to pay homage to the centennial of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, that's why! This 46-meter-tall lady with the seven-rayed crown and golden torch stands watch over New York Harbor, shining her light for all those immigrants who dreamt of a brighter future as they waited on Ellis Island to enter the land of opportunity.
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The White House wasn't too keen on Raphael's idea, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt swatting it away like a pesky fly. She reminded folks of the United States' role in World War II, stating that France should be grateful for the helping hand in that turbulent time.
While the idea of liberating Lady Liberty from the States may seem far-fetched, it's important to remember that Paris already owns a miniature version of the iconic statue[1][2]. We're not sayin' a swap is in the works, but hey, never say never! Just keep your ears tuned for more juicy bits of info from the world of politics and beyond. Until then, cheers!
Reference
- "Raphaël Glucksmann calls for Statue of Liberty to be returned to France." France24 English, August 30, 2021. https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20210830-raphael-glucksmann-calls-for-statue-of-liberty-to-be-returned-to-france
- "Statue of Liberty." Encyclopaedia Britannica, n.d. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Statue-of-Liberty
- Given the recent controversy, French MEP Raphael Glucksmann has suggested a novel idea: returning the Statue of Liberty back to France, its original home.
- Interestingly, Paris already possesses a miniature replica of the iconic statue, hinting at a potential swap in the future, albeit speculative at present.
- Despite French MEP Raphael Glucksmann's proposal and perceived tension, it's worth remembering the mutual cooperation between France and the United States during World War II.
