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  • France holds the final round of municipal elections ahead of 2027 presidential race

    From apnews.com

    French voters returned to the polls Sunday for the second and final round of municipal elections in over 1,500 communes. The vote is a test of the balance of power on France’s local political map before the 2027 presidential race begins to take shape. It is also a measure of whether the far right can convert national momentum into control of major cities, where it has often struggled to break through. The most closely watched contests are concentrated in major cities after a first round that left France’s traditional left and right competitive, the far right strongly placed in several urban races, and President ... (full story)

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Mar 22, 2026 12:56pm
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This looks like an important phase ahead of the 2027 presidential race. Local election results often give a clearer picture of shifting political sentiment, especially in major cities. It will be interesting to see how these outcomes influence national-level strategies moving forward.
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