In 2025, France faces an unprecedented surge in the desire to emigrate, driven by declining confidence in institutions, political chaos, economic difficulties, and social unrest, leading many to seek better prospects abroad, especially in countries like Canada and Germany.
A new WSJ-NORC poll reveals that nearly 70% of Americans believe the American dream is no longer attainable, marking the highest level of pessimism in 15 years, with only 25% feeling optimistic about improving their standard of living. Despite some improvement in economic perceptions, overall confidence remains low across demographics, influencing political outlooks ahead of the 2026 midterms.