Macron Wins Second Term in France
Emmanuel Macron is the first French president in twenty years to win reelection.
Marine Le Pen
Macron Places First, But Le Pen Is Stronger Than Ever
Takeaways from the first presidential voting round in France.
Macron and Le Pen Win First Voting Round in France
This presidential election will be a rematch of the last.
Programs of the French Presidential Candidates, Compared
Policies include leaving NATO, legalizing cannabis, raising the retirement age and renationalizing motorways.
Emmanuel Macron Wins Election in France
The centrist former economy minister defeats the far right’s Marine Le Pen.
French National Front Could Emerge Stronger from Defeat
If Emmanuel Macron struggles to implement his reforms, the far right could rise again.
France Eyes Macron-Le Pen Runoff After First Voting Round
Analysis and commentary about the first presidential voting round in France.
Programs of the French Presidential Candidates, Compared
Left-right divisions have become less relevant.
Neither Macron Nor Le Pen May Win Legislative Majority
The next French president could have a hard time getting plans through parliament.
Hamon, Macron Face Putin Apologists in French Debate
Three of the five top contenders for the French presidency make excuses for Vladimir Putin.
Clinton-Trump Redux in France
France has a chance to breathe new life into the world order America has turned its back on.
The French Far Right’s Family Feud Explained
Historical and geographical divisions help explain why the Le Pens are at odds.
Trump’s European Admirers Are Deluding Themselves
European nationalists see a kindred spirit. They shouldn’t get their hopes up.
Sarkozy’s Republicans Defeat French Nationalists in Runoffs
The former president’s strategy to keep the nationalists out of power seems to be working.
National Front Now Third Force in French Politics
Marine Le Pen’s nationalist party cements its status as the third force in French politics.