Emmanuel Macron addressed the French on social networks - Screenshot / Twitter

"My dear compatriots, this May 1, 2020 is like no other." This time, no address to the 20 Hours newspaper. But for Labor Day, Emmanuel Macron wanted to mark the occasion by addressing the French via a 2'30 video published on social networks.

This May 1 is unlike any other. And yet, it is thanks to the work, celebrated this day, that the Nation keeps. #FranceUnie pic.twitter.com/JbKKqCQ4Ta

- Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) May 1, 2020

After having had "a thought for the trade union organizations, which cannot hold the traditional parades" as well as "for the workers of our country", the President of the Republic assures that "however, the spirit of May 1, solidarity among workers has never been so powerful ”in our country. “It is thanks to the work, celebrated this day, that the nation is holding on. It is thanks to the work, the dedication of our caregivers, civil defense personnel, law enforcement, armies, that we save so many lives every day. It is thanks to the commitment and hard work of our farmers, our civil servants, employees and the self-employed that life goes on despite everything and that others can work remotely. "

Very solemn, the chopped flow, Emmanuel Macron concludes this address with a note of hope and a “strong desire to find the first but as happy as possible, sometimes bickering […]. My dear compatriots, we will find them, these happy May 1st. Together, united. We will overcome this ordeal. "

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