Programs of the French Presidential Candidates, Compared
Left-right divisions have become less relevant.
Emmanuel Macron
Neither Macron Nor Le Pen May Win Legislative Majority
The next French president could have a hard time getting plans through parliament.
Macron Wins Support of Former French Prime Minister Valls
Manuel Valls supports his former economy minister instead of the leader of his party.
Hamon, Macron Face Putin Apologists in French Debate
Three of the five top contenders for the French presidency make excuses for Vladimir Putin.
France Must Reform in Order to Prove Itself: Macron
France can’t expect Germany to support more spending if it doesn’t reform.
Bayrou Throws Support Behind Fellow Centrist in France
If centrist voters switch to Emmanuel Macron, he would almost certainly qualify for the runoff.
Clinton-Trump Redux in France
France has a chance to breathe new life into the world order America has turned its back on.
Stars Align in Emmanuel Macron’s Favor in France
Between a hopeless candidate on the left and a scandal on the right, Macron has a fighting chance.
Hamon’s Victory Could Help Macron in French Presidential Election
The Socialists may have just helped the cause of the center-left Emmanuel Macron.
Macron Crowds Center in French Presidential Election
In a three-way contest, the former economy minister could appear untested.
Macron Still an Unlikely Contender for French Presidency
The outgoing economy minister doesn’t have a lot of support inside the ruling Socialist Party.
Valls More Likely to Succeed Hollande Than Macron
Unlike his economy minister, Manuel Valls can appeal to the center without losing the left.
Copé, Macron Highlight Timidity of French Parties
Two politicians who are to the right of their parties call for more liberalization.
French Economy Minister Seeks to Buy Time with Deregulation
Emmanuel Macron hopes reforms will convince the EU to give France more time for deficit reduction.
Hollande Signals Pro-Business Policy with Economy Appointment
The French president reassures firms by bringing in a former banker.