French Elections

Bonjour, Merkel

Daniel Nehemia | Posted 06.01.2012

Read More: Angela Merkel, French Elections, Eurozone, Francois Hollande, Eurozone Crisis, David Cameron, Teen News

Less than a month after France chose her new president and few months before Germany starts her own elections campaigns, Europe is dealing with a collapse of more countries in the eurozone.

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Comparing Political Extremism in Europe and America

Mugambi Jouet | Posted 05.17.2012

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People often ask whether America or Europe fare better or worse in terms of political extremism. Yet, in a race to the bottom, what matters most is the direction.

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The DSK Affair: One Year Later

Edward Jay Epstein | Posted 05.14.2012

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Even if all the mysteries of the presidential suite have not been solved, it is now abundantly clear that if the district attorney's office had gathered more evidence before they arrested and imprisoned DSK, the outcome of the French election might well have ad a different victor.

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France Veers Right

Eric Margolis | Posted 05.11.2012

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As Europe's conservatives watch in dismay and even horror, the second big shoe is about to drop in French politics. Far-rightist Marine Le Pen appears set to emerge triumphant from the wreckage of France's defeated center-right.

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From One Francois to the Next: A Look at France's Leadership

Kyle Jarrard | Posted 05.09.2012

Read More: French Elections, Francois Hollande, Nicolas Sarkozy, French Elections 2012, Francois Mitterand, World News

Now comes l'autre François, a breath of fresh air and dignity, with a bit of Tonton in his folded-arms repose and sweet-boy smile. But is he for real, complete with spine? Can he lead the way with a pro-growth banner held high?

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Meet France's New 'First Lady'

Posted 05.09.2012

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Nicolas Sarkozy is not the only one who will be packing his bags and leaving the presidential palace after his election defeat last Sunday. French fir...

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Europe's Lesson: No Time for Austerity Measures

Rev. Jesse Jackson | Posted 05.08.2012

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Europeans are using democratic elections and demonstrations to send a message: Austerity is spreading unacceptable human misery.

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Short-term Status Quo in France While Greece Wonders If There Will Ever Be "Business as Usual"

Vivian Norris | Posted 05.07.2012

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The election of Francois Hollande as president has not created the panic depicted in the foreign media, but rather an emphasis on keeping to the status quo, at least in the short term.

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U.S. Presidential Elections Should Have A French Accent

Scott Blakeman | Posted 05.07.2012

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While the individual contribution limit in France is more than twice as high as the U.S., there are no PACs or Super PACs, and French companies, unions and special interests are not allowed to make political contributions.

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Au Revoir Mr. Sarkozy

AP | JAMEY KEATEN | Posted 05.08.2012

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PARIS -- When Nicolas Sarkozy bounded up the steps of France's presidential palace in jogging shorts and shoes on his first day in office five years a...

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French Fallacies: Inaccurate Conclusions From the Hollande Victory

Mark R. Kennedy | Posted 05.07.2012

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Europe and the global economy are at a crossroads. It would behoove us all to study the map to renewed prosperity carefully to ensure miscues do not send us down the wrong path.

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A Question of Timing: What America Can Learn From the Revolt in Europe

Robert Reich | Posted 05.07.2012

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Yes, America has a long-term budget deficit that's scary. So does Europe. But the first priority in America and in Europe must be growth and jobs.

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West Sounds Off On 'Openly Socialist Individual'

The Huffington Post | Luke Johnson | Posted 05.07.2012

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Rep. Allen West (R-Fla.) sounded off on the weekend's European elections, in which voters in Greece and France rejected politicians pushing austerity ...

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A Tale of Two Elections

Robert Kuttner | Posted 05.07.2012

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Watching the jubilation at the Place de la Bastille last night, where the Socialist candidate Francois Hollande was declared the next President of France precisely at 8:00 p.m., followed by delirious chants of "Sarkozy, c'est fini!" I couldn't help thinking of Grant Park, November 2008.

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Vive La France "Hollandaise"?

Amb. Marc Ginsberg | Posted 05.07.2012

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However one cuts it, Messr. Hollande faces the same hard choices as does his defeated predecessor. Does he impose crushing new taxes on the wealthy or does he impose new taxes on everyone to help achieve revenue targets needed to help offset France's deficit?

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And Now, Make Room for Change!

Bruno Le Roux | Posted 05.06.2012

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The French, without any ambiguity, have centered at the head of state the strength of youth, the desire for change and hope in progress. This is the second major change after that of May 10, 1981. It is great news for France, great news for the Republic, and great news for Europe.

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Election Analysis From Le Huffington Post

Posted 05.06.2012

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The French people have spoken. François Hollande has been elected President of the Republic with 51.9 percent of the vote against 48.1 percent for th...

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European Elections Complicate Outlook

Mohamed A. El-Erian | Posted 05.07.2012

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Europe's election results sound an alarm for European integration and, consequently, the wellbeing of both the region and the global economy. Let us hope that the inevitable short-term volatility is a precursor to a more decisive effort to deal with the continent's festering problems.

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Good Luck, Mr. President!

Anne Sinclair | Posted 05.06.2012

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There we go, it's done. The French wanted change. Nicolas Sarkozy has lost his bid for re-election. On Monday, we'll start evaluating the downfall of the outgoing president, who went from being a popular candidate in 2007 to a president quickly pushed aside by his fellow citizens.

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Voting Begins In French Election

AP | GREG KELLER | Posted 05.06.2012

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PARIS — Voters in France's overseas territories began casting ballots for Nicolas Sarkozy or Francois Hollande on Saturday in a presidential ele...

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Presidential Elections à la Française

Joel Dreyfuss | Posted 05.04.2012

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For this American in Paris, presidential politics, French-style, have been a sharp reminder that this country retains its peculiarities despite globalization.

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Elections in Gloom

Yavuz Baydar | Posted 05.04.2012

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As two countries in the EU, France and Greece, go to polls on Sunday, far-right or populist nationalist movements are on the rise on the continent even further, to the degree that they will soon seriously challenge the post-WWII order.

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French Prez Candidate Goes From Wishy-Washy To Wow!

AP | ANGELA CHARLTON | Posted 05.03.2012

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PARIS -- The last time France voted for president, Francois Hollande was a portly, smiley man likened to custard pudding who played second fiddle to S...

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SARKOZY ON THE BRINK

AP | JAMEY KEATEN | Posted 05.04.2012

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PARIS — Socialist candidate Francois Hollande appeared to solidify his chances at winning France's presidency Thursday after his strong showing ...

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Europe's Lurch to the Fringe

Daniel Wagner | Posted 05.03.2012

Read More: Angela Merkel, French Elections, Imf, Francois Hollande, Europe Crisis, Greek Elections, Political Extremism, World News

Since the political middle ground has failed to deliver, voters are seeking solace through increasingly political candidates spouting extremist rhetoric, and raising the prospects of parties on the far right and left.

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