The French: Pride or Fear? What can France do?

It is clear that the “modèle d’intégration républicaine” would still not be a viable option, as Arab and African citizens of France are proud of their heritage. Therefore, the proposed first option would be the most successful attempt at integrating immigrants. If all habitants of France, white or colored, are willing to compromise, share, debate calmly, and submit to equal political representation, the immigrants will feel more included, and they will feel more welcomed. In 2005, immigrant families mourned the deaths of two colored boys who are “Dead for Nothing,” because neither the police nor the state cared about the lives of two immigrants. If France is going to overcome its current race war, the country will need to focus on addressing the needs, concerns, and hopes of all citizens; if the immigrants from Africa and the Middle East are recognized as more than “nothing,” they will have a great deal to contribute to France.