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Lurch in the left: France’s election shock
Jul 8, 2024
Sophie Petter, the Economist's Paris bureau chief, unpacks the surprising outcomes of France's elections, revealing a fragmented political landscape and the challenges facing the left. Tom Gardner, Africa correspondent, delves into the transformative Basketball Africa League, discussing its potential to reshape sports on the continent and elevate local talent. Meanwhile, Anne Rowe honors Ángeles Flores Peón, the last militiawoman of Spain's Second Republic, reflecting on her legacy of resilience and activism during a tumultuous era.
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- France's left-wing alliance emerges as the leading bloc in recent election results, complicating government formation.
- Expanding the Basketball Africa League with NBA's involvement aims to boost local talent and African economies.
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The Economist: French Election Results and Political Shifts
France's recent election results showed surprising outcomes with Marine Le Pen's party being bumped to third place. The left-wing alliance, led by Jean-Luc Melanchon, emerged as the leading bloc without a clear majority. President Macron's centrists secured the second position, creating a situation where forming a government becomes a challenging task.
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