Olivier Roy on France
The Good Fight
**The Collapse of the Center in French Politics **
French politics have witnessed the collapse of the center, center-right, and center-left. Macron, who initially united the center-right and center-left, faces challenges as the traditional parties are losing ground. Extremist voices on the left and right have gained traction, leaving the center unrepresented. Macron's attempt to align with the right against Marine Le Pen backfired, as mimicking her rhetoric did not attract new voters but rather strengthened her position. This failure to maintain a unified center reflects a broader trend where extreme positions overshadow moderate voices.
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