Misjudgements

The writings of Jacques Attali, former President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, exemplify the difference between the British and French political scene. In France, there is faith in people's ability to make history. Policy makers such as Attali influence the course of socio-political developments through their persuasive writings. British politicians disregard the importance of writing. They will have to believe in the power of writing to influence history before they can make historic changes.