Cherchez la femme! Sexual equality in politics and affirmative action in France
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The debate in France over equal opportunity for women in politics is discussed. The constitutional amendment for affirmative action represents a challenge to the principle of universality, a basic principle of the French Republic.
Publication Name: The French Review
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0016-111X
Year: 2001
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The fountain pen in France: a relic of the present
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Fountain pens continue to be commonly used in France, in social correspondence, school assignments, and job applications. Graphologists are routinely employed to analyze job applicants' handwriting.
Publication Name: The French Review
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0016-111X
Year: 2001
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Le Business du rap en France
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The sociocultural conditions related to rap music in France are discussed. The business aspects of rap are also examined, including coverage in the French media. Article text is in French.
Publication Name: The French Review
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0016-111X
Year: 2001
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