French face election where center has ‘imploded,’ energizing the far right
NBCJUN 2024
France: National Rally Leads After First Round of Parliamentary Elections
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The Spin
Left narrative
If RN takes the majority next Sunday, it will be the first time a far-right party has controlled France's government since the Nazi's occupation of the country in World War II. The other parties must now do everything possible to prevent that outcome from happening.
Right narrative
Today's result comes after Macron and his ruling elite consistently turned their backs on the French public. If Bardella and his party are successful next Sunday, they will rule in the interests of all of France — making sure that the best interests of the country are protected.