Marine Le Pen vs. the rule of law
Le Pen’s conviction sparks outrage. But it’s a reminder that the rule of law applies to all, even powerful politicians.
France’s political crisis after a no-confidence vote
Giovanni Capoccia - December 5, 2024
President Macron can’t govern without a government that has the legislature’s support.
The NATO summit is a tale of three cities
Elizabeth N. Saunders - July 9, 2024
What political gambles and uncertainty in London, Paris, and Washington could mean for international security.
Here’s what to watch in France’s snap elections
Sophie Meunier - June 29, 2024
What this election means for Europe and the world.
Why nationalist parties don’t always like their national soccer teams
Erik Voeten - June 25, 2024
Far-right surge in European elections casts a shadow over EURO 2024.
Right-wing populist parties have risen. Populism hasn’t.
John Sides - January 19, 2024
The success of these parties isn’t about a surge in populist sentiments.
France’s elections weakened Macron and strengthened Le Pen
Giovanni Capoccia - June 21, 2022
President Emmanuel Macron may now have limited options to get legislation through.
Macron won in France — but Le Pen came closer than before
Sophie Meunier - April 25, 2022
Marine Le Pen shifted toward a more socialist economic policy and focused less on far-right rhetoric.
Will the women of France support Marine Le Pen?
Reut Itzkovitch-Malka, Or Tuttnauer, Odelia Oshri, and Liran Harsgor - April 17, 2022
Women are less likely to support populist radical-right parties because they seem risky, research finds, but Le Pen no longer seems so risky
Macron is likely to win the French presidency, in part thanks to Putin
Sophie Meunier - March 6, 2022
Sovereignty is a key issue for French voters.