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French Presidential Election: Macron Bails on TV Debate as Marine Le Pen Gains Ground
2022-04-06
Posted by:Skidmark

#3  Le Pen is always about to swamp French politics. Then the election comes and she performs anemically. This will not change.
Posted by: M. Murcek   2022-04-06 08:58  

#2  He is good at talking. Seems like a dumb plan with the momentum favoring her.
Posted by: Super Hose   2022-04-06 08:56  

#1  Economic fallout from Ukraine war could give Le Pen’s social-populist strategy an edge
Economic fears are clearly one of the dominant themes of the campaign. According to CEVIPOF-Science Po Paris’ latest presidential election survey, 58% of those polled stated that prices and purchasing power will bear an important influence on their vote in April, up by 6% since early March.

Maybe the sanctions aren't working as intended. Could be a bellwether for the US midterms?
Posted by: Grulet White1790   2022-04-06 08:56  

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