In an interview with The Brussels Times, Georges-Louis Bouchez discussed the major political challenges facing Belgium and Europe.
At a time when the Brussels left is sinking further into ideology and inaction, he defends a pragmatic and resolute vision of governance, based on efficiency, responsibility and respect for the fundamental values of our society.
Faced with rising communitarianism, inaction on insecurity and the institutional paralysis eating away at the country, he calls for deep reforms and strong leadership!
In his view, the Belgian left, particularly in Brussels, has lost all political courage. Trapped by fear of debate, it refuses to address essential issues such as crime and immigration. Yet the figures are clear: a large proportion of arrests in the capital involve migrants in an irregular situation. But rather than offering solutions, the left takes refuge in denial and ideological posturing. This refusal to face reality only worsens tensions and fuels a sense of abandonment among citizens.
This drift goes hand in hand with an attack on democracy itself. Bouchez condemns a left that, after every electoral defeat, prefers to take to the streets and challenge the results rather than accept the voters' choice. This attitude can be found everywhere in Europe. This rejection of the democratic verdict weakens institutions and fuels a permanent instability that stalls reforms.
At national level, he calls for a clearer and more efficient model of governance. The fragmentation of power prevents any major reform and reinforces the sense of political powerlessness. On immigration, he stresses the importance of integration based on assimilation. Living in Belgium means respecting its laws, values and identity. He condemns a naive outlook that tolerates communal withdrawal in the name of multiculturalism. A country can only be strong if its citizens share a common foundation of principles and reference points.
It is time to move beyond inertia and embrace a right-wing politics based on action, consistency and courage. Far from empty posturing, a right where efficiency takes precedence over dogmatism!