Global interest in small town’s election run-off thanks to the distinctive names of two candidates
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Global interest in small town’s election run-off thanks to the distinctive names of two candidates
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French mayoral elections show the centre can hold against populist extremes, with Socialists winning six of ten biggest cities…

Socialists hold on to Paris mayoralty in ballots seen as warm-up for the 2027 presidential poll

Political trends set to shape next year’s pivotal vote are on display in this month’s municipal elections

A populist-right victory is possible, but not inevitable

The son of the former French president is running a headline-grabbing campaign in Mention, both on the ground and across social…

Emmanuel Macron looks likely to lose yet another prime minister

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Paris mayoral race: Right-wing candidates unite ahead of second round

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Socialists battle to hold Paris in key mayoral elections in France

French political parties seek alliances before final round of local elections

France's local elections: Troubling signs ahead of 2027 presidential race

This former mayor called his constituents 'thugs.' They took their city back.

French municipal elections: Socialists and LFI set aside differences to strike local deals

Strasbourg mayoral frontrunner's surprise alliance with center-right tears apart Socialists