Valls More Likely to Succeed Hollande Than Macron
Unlike his economy minister, Manuel Valls can appeal to the center without losing the left.
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Copé, Macron Highlight Timidity of French Parties
Two politicians who are to the right of their parties call for more liberalization.
France Waters Down Proposed Labor Reforms
Liberalizations that could have given especially small businesses some breathing space are canceled.
Labor Reforms Divide France’s Ruling Socialists
President François Hollande risks splitting his party by resuming efforts to shake up a sclerotic labor market.
French Parties Divided in Response to Le Pen Victory
The Socialists urge their candidates to withdraw. The Republicans are not returning the favor.
French Socialists Shy Away from Labor Reforms
Fearful of splitting their base, French ruling party leaders shy away from liberalizing the labor market.
Reforms Still Likely to Thwart Valls Presidential Run
Manuel Valls’ reforms are unpopular on the left. But if they succeed, it may be François Hollande who benefits.
French Socialists Not Ready to Replace Hollande
The left-wing leader may be unpopular, but the one candidate who could do better is despised by the party.
France’s Hollande Unlikely to Risk More Reforms Until 2017
The French president must avoid splitting his party with liberal economic reforms as he seeks reelection.
France Unlikely to Overhaul Economy Before Next Election
The ruling Socialists are unlikely to try more economic reform before the next election.
Business Policy Divides Socialists in Britain, France
Socialists split on whether to be for or against business.
French Government Survives Confidence Vote
The Socialists survive a confidence vote after ramming through economic reforms.
France’s Hollande Bypasses Parliament, Enacts Reforms
France’s president enacts economic reforms by executive order, bypassing his own Socialist Party.
French Premier Announces Long-Awaited Labor Reforms
Manuel Valls proposes to open up protected professions and make it easier for firms to lay off workers.
French Socialists Lose Upper House Majority
It’s another setback for President François Hollande.