This Friday, October 9th, Thierry Baëza, mayor of Mèze, accompanied by Marcel Graine, deputy delegate for general administration, and municipal elected officials, welcomed the young residents of Mèze who have recently come of age. The citizenship ceremony, organized by the City of Mèze, provided an opportunity to present them with their electoral cards.
"Turning 18 means, of course, gaining more freedom, making more choices for oneself, and building one's future. But it also means acquiring new rights and new responsibilities," the mayor stated, highlighting the significance of this new stage.
Thierry Baëza also emphasized that citizenship is not solely defined by the right to vote. It is lived daily through staying informed, engaging in dialogue, respecting the opinions of others, and participating in collective life. The mayor encouraged the young citizens to "take their place in the life of the city" and to voice their ideas, aspirations, and concerns.
The next major electoral event will be the presidential election in 2027. For these new young voters, it will be an opportunity to exercise their right to vote and actively participate in the country's democratic life.
