As he turns 75, gratitude to King Charles for championing these values at a time of crisis
14.11.2023 - 10:29
/ foxnews.com
King Charles III, who celebrates his 75th birthday Tuesday, has faced the daunting task of following in the footsteps of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, a beloved, globally-admired world figure for 70 years. Notwithstanding initial concerns and criticisms from various quarters, during his first year on the throne, Charles has demonstrated the ability to inspire his people, steadied the ship against a turbulent geopolitical situation, and served as an able ambassador for his nation abroad.
Official polling shows that, so far under his tenure, the monarchy remains popular, notwithstanding even Harry and Meghan Markle’s best efforts. I was pleased to travel to the U.K.
during the king’s coronation to provide commentary for American news outlets. Observing the proceedings with the thousands who descended upon London, I was struck by the power of Britain’s monarchical institution to inspire, unify and impress upon its citizens the shared values and historical events shaping their past and present.
Over the course of the first year, with dedication and purpose, Charles has struck a necessary balance for preserving centuries-old traditions while adapting to the modern world.
The king’s success in achieving these outcomes is evident from consulting recent polling data from YouGov. The data paint a generally positive situation for the monarchy.
Though less embraced by the youngest generations, 60% of Britons, believe that King Charles is doing a good job, reflecting the public's confidence in his leadership.
Furthermore, 62% of respondents expressed a desire for the United Kingdom to continue having a monarchy, and 58% viewed the monarchy as a positive force for the country. These numbers, which would make our elected officials
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