Tag: Elections
Are Traditional Political Parties Dead in France?
PARIS — Since the 1950s, France’s traditional left- and right-wing parties have provided three-quarters of the country’s presidents…
Inside Le Pen Territory as France Votes in a Runoff Election
“If women are wearing them just for their religion, OK,” Mr. Gérard said, “but I think in general…
Who Will France’s Muslims Choose for President?
BONDY, France — Abdelkrim Bouadla voted enthusiastically for Emmanuel Macron five years ago, drawn by his youth and…
As Marine Le Pen Moves Closer to French Presidency, Putin Ties Persist
PARIS — When Europe’s far-right leaders gathered in Madrid in January, they had no problem finding unity on…
Macron and Le Pen Trade Punches in Pivotal French Election Debate
“The Yellow Vests told you they wanted more democracy and they were not heard,” she said. “I think…
Barack Obama’s New Role: Fighting Disinformation
Republicans, for their part, accuse the companies of suppressing free speech by censoring conservative voices — above all…
Effort to Remove Marjorie Taylor Greene From Ballot Can Proceed, Judge Says
A federal judge cleared the way on Monday for a group of Georgia voters to move forward with…
Le Pen Backs NATO-Russia Reconciliation and Reduced French Role in Alliance
PARIS — Rejecting a “herd-like conformity” with the Biden administration, Marine Le Pen, the French far-right candidate for…
Ahead of Philippines Election, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Rises
MANILA — They bopped along to the beat of a martial law anthem updated into a pop tune.…
Macron Sets Out to Build a ‘Dam’ Against Le Pen. Can It Hold?
PARIS — A day after Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader, emerged as his challenger for the final…
Macron to Face Le Pen for President as French Gravitate Toward Extremes
PARIS — President Emmanuel Macron will face Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, in the runoff of…
With Macron and Le Pen Leading Election Field, a Fractured France Decides
DIJON, France — At Le Carillon, a convivial place for a coq au vin as France prepares to…