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'Macron's mega-gamble': Why France's president may soon share power with the far right

Jun 21, 2024
Paris bureau chief for The Economist, Sophie Pedder, discusses Macron's decision to opt for snap legislative elections, the rise of far-right parties in France and Europe, potential power sharing with the far right, implications for EU relations, and concerns about election interference and power shifts. The parallels between French and US politics, effective communication strategies, and analyzing the impact of snap elections on the US political landscape are also explored.
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  • Macron calls snap elections to navigate far-right gains in EU elections.
  • Far-right influence causes concerns over potential governance changes and policy impacts in France.

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