Author: Mark Landler

Daniel, Jeande Villepin, Dominique GalouzeauElectionsFranceGlucksmann, Andre (1937-2015)Hollande, FrancoisJudoLagarde, ChristineLe Pen, MarineLisnard, David (1969- )Macron, Emmanuel (1977- )Melenchon, Jean-LucPhilippe, EdouardPolitics and GovernmentRight-Wing Extremism and Alt-RightRiner, Teddy

One of France’s Most Popular Athletes Is Running for President

Centrists want alternatives to a matchup between the far right and far left in the 2027 presidential race. Enter Christine Lagarde, a former central banker — and Teddy Riner, a judo star.

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Budgets and BudgetingCredit and DebtDemonstrations, Protests and RiotsEconomic Conditions and TrendsFranceLe Pen, MarineLecornu, SebastienMacron, Emmanuel (1977- )National Rally (France)Oil (Petroleum) and GasolinePolitics and Government

France Student Protests Escalate Amid Fiscal Crisis and an Election

Chaos in schools, on the streets and in the markets is rooted in France’s struggles to fund its social welfare state, with a presidential election approaching.

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Budgets and BudgetingCredit and DebtDemonstrations, Protests and RiotsEconomic Conditions and TrendsFranceLe Pen, MarineLecornu, SebastienMacron, Emmanuel (1977- )National Rally (France)Oil (Petroleum) and GasolinePolitics and Government

Strikes, Barricades and Fiscal Turmoil: An Autumn of Discontent Grips France

Chaos in schools, on the streets and in the markets is rooted in France’s struggles to fund its social welfare state, with a presidential election approaching.

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