There are far more accurate ways to describe the French government without resorting to the misuse of a clinical term. Rhona Bosin, Silver SpringSend Us LettersWJW welcomes letters on topics we have covered. Letters, no longer than 300 words, must include a first and last name, town of residence and a daytime phone number for verification. Please provide a source for any facts in your letter that were not part of our coverage. We reserve the right to edit letters for style, content and space.