The upcoming Sunday runoff election in France will determine whether the far-right National Rally will gain a majority to name a prime minister and shape domestic policy. Centrists and leftists are working together to prevent this outcome, resulting in a potential hung Parliament. President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to call the elections backfired, leading to alliances between opposing parties to block the far-right. The campaign has seen physical attacks and protests, with tensions running high. Polls indicate that the far-right may not secure the majority it seeks, but a hung Parliament poses challenges for governance and could deepen disillusionment among voters. The alternative scenario of a far-right government would lead to anti-immigrant and eurosceptic policies, impacting France’s international presence and relations. Regardless of the outcome, the National Rally is likely to claim victory and gain more support among voters of all ages, especially the disadvantaged. The rise of the far-right signals a shift in French politics, with implications for the country’s future direction and Europe as a whole. Macron’s failed attempts at governance and the changing political landscape in France are setting the stage for unprecedented challenges and potential political upheaval.
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