PARIS — In a move hailed by both pundits and street philosophers as 'long overdue,' the French Parliament has officially recognized the nation's political landscape as being in a perpetual state of existential crisis. The landmark legislation, passed with a near-unanimous vote, codifies the country's unique approach to governance, which often involves impassioned debates, dramatic walkouts, and the occasional overturned tractor.

“For too long, we have pretended that our political discourse is merely spirited debate,” stated Minister of National Soul-Searching, Genevieve Dubois, during a televised address that featured dramatic lighting and a single, artfully placed tear. “It is time we admit that the very fabric of our republic thrives on a constant, low-grade hum of impending societal collapse. It’s part of our charm.”

Under the new decree, all future policy proposals must now include a mandatory 'Potential for National Uprising' impact statement. Furthermore, parliamentary sessions are encouraged to feature at least one impromptu philosophical monologue and a minimum of three direct challenges to the foundational principles of Western civilization. Public approval ratings are expected to remain unchanged, hovering somewhere between mild annoyance and a profound sense of cultural superiority.

“Frankly, it’s a relief,” commented Jacques Moreau, a Parisian café owner, adjusting his beret. “Now when I see the news, I won’t have to wonder if it’s just Tuesday or if the entire system is genuinely on the brink. It’s both. Always both.”

The legislation also mandates that all government press conferences conclude with a lingering shot of a single, unblinking pigeon contemplating the fleeting nature of human endeavor.