Former French Premier Splits Conservatives in Parliament
François Fillon and his supporters break away after a contentious leadership election.
Republicans (France)
This tag includes stories about the Republicans’ predecessor, the Union pour un mouvement populaire.
Sarkozy Urged to Intervene in Party’s Leadership Dispute
The former president is seen as the only man who can unite the warring factions in his party.
Hardliner Narrowly Elected French Conservative Leader
Former budget minister Jean-François Copé ekes out a primary election victory.
Sarkozy’s Final Pitch: “We Don’t Want Socialism”
The French president calls his challenger’s economic plan one of “crazy overspending.”
Hollande, Sarkozy Advance to Second Round
Incumbent Nicolas Sarkozy and his left-wing challenger, François Hollande, win the first round of France’s presidential election.
French Election, Proxy Battle Over Austerity
Right wing parties across Europe have lined up behind incumbent Nicolas Sarkozy while the left supports his socialist challenger.
Ahead of Election, Sarkozy Advocates Protectionism
The French president decried “savage competition” from abroad.
Hollande Proposes Tax Hike, Sarkozy Narrows Gap
Nicolas Sarkozy says his opponent’s plan to raise taxes on the rich would “isolate France.”
Sarkozy Promises “Strong France,” Calls Rival Liar
The conservative president launches his reelection bid with a promise to strengthen France.
Sarkozy Wants French to Be More Like Germans
“If it worked for them,” the embattled French president says about German labor reforms.
Hope for Sarkozy Yet: Socialist Rival Losing Support
The French president is gaining ground on his challenger.
Merkel, Sarkozy Lose in Regional Elections
The ruling parties of both France and Germany suffered defeat at the polls in regional elections this weekend.
Can Sarkozy Save His Presidency Next Year?
Successes abroad could bolster the French president’s reelection chances in 2012.
Sarkozy’s Tough Reelection Prospects
French President Nicolas Sarkozy faces discontent both from voters and within his own party.