A left-wing bloc that won the most seats in legislative elections this month called the re-election of Yaël Braun-Pivet, an ally of President Emmanuel Macron, a denial of democracy.
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Marine Tondelier, the ‘Other Marine’ of French Politics, Hits Back
Marine Tondelier, leader of the Green Party, helped bring the left together to win France’s parliamentary elections. Now can she help keep it from falling apart?
Marine Tondelier, the ‘Other Marine’ of French Politics, Hits Back
Marine Tondelier, leader of the Green Party, helped bring the left together to win France’s parliamentary elections. Now can she help keep it from falling apart?
How France Blocked the Far Right
The French had a far-right government before, one that collaborated with the Nazis. When casting ballots even today, that is not an easy thing to forget.
France Is at a Political Impasse Ahead of 2024 Olympics
After elections produced a deadlocked Parliament, both left and right are claiming victory, while President Emmanuel Macron insists no one won. It’s a recipe for turmoil.
After France’s Election, the Far Right Is at a Crossroads
The National Rally’s campaign was marred by controversies that undercut its effort to convince voters that it was ready for power. Now, leaders are asking where the party goes from here.
In Europe, Tactical Voting Was a Big Winner. In the U.S. It Is Harder.
In France and England, parties worked to limit voters’ choices to avoid splitting votes.
At Euro 2024, France Stars Pivot From Political Fight to a Soccer One
Some of the country’s top players had urged voters to reject the far right in a pivotal election. With that battle over, a date with Spain in Euro 2024 offers a more familiar challenge.
France’s New Popular Front Was Formed to Keep Far Right From Power
The left-wing alliance includes the divisive Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a combative politician who has been accused of antisemitism.
French Election Yields Deadlock as Left Surges and Far Right Comes Up Short
The outcome left no party with an absolute majority and France bracing for potential political paralysis.