France Risks 'Exile'
The world has been watching the election of the new pope. Now that is over and the crowds have dispersed. But another election takes place on May 29 but don't look for it to receive as much media attention.. France will be the first European nation to vote on the proposed constitution that will govern the growing political and economic union in the heart of the continent. Polls consistently show between 53-55% of the populace would vote against acceptance of the treaty. The issues swirling in France have a mix of anger against corruption in the Chirac government and distaste for the form of the constitution. It seems likely voters will reject the constitution as much as a statement against their government. The result could create a crisis resulting in the arrangement.
This BBC article has an update.
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Darris McNeely
Darris McNeely works at the United Church of God home office in Cincinnati, Ohio. He and his wife, Debbie, have served in the ministry for more than 43 years. They have two sons, who are both married, and four grandchildren. Darris is the Associate Media Producer for the Church. He also is a resident faculty member at the Ambassador Bible Center teaching Acts, Fundamentals of Belief and World News and Prophecy. He enjoys hunting, travel and reading and spending time with his grandchildren.
