France, far right, politics, nationalism, Rassemblement National, Marine Le Pen, Jean-Marie Le Pen, immigration, presidential election, conservatism, populism, globalization, Donald Trump, Eric Zemmour, anti-Islam stance
Defining the far right in France means taking into account the political party or parties on the extreme right of the political spectrum. The extreme right in France refers to a political spectrum of movements, parties and ideologies characterized by political positions considered to be at the extreme right of the political spectrum. These groups often share characteristics such as nationalism, rejection of immigration, a preference for authority and criticism of European institutions. It is important to note that the far right is not a homogenous bloc, and there are different factions and sensibilities within this political current.
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[...] Parties such as Reconquête, led by Eric Zemmour, introduced an anti-Islam program, further polarizing public opinion and consolidating far-right influence in the political landscape. Today, the far right has become a commonplace presence in French politics, with parties like the Rassemblement National consistently gaining electoral support. The figures depicting the electoral success of far-right candidates highlight the enduring appeal of their platforms. In summary, the rise of the far right in France is a complex phenomenon intertwined with economic discontent, globalization's uneven impact, populist appeals, rejection of the establishment, and the strategic framing of issues such as immigration and national identity. [...]
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[...] Under these conditions, how can the rise of the far right in France be explained? Case study of the 2017 and 2022 elections. While certain economic and social issues in France may explain the rise of the extreme there are also political reasons for this vote, linked to the rise of populism and it helps to normalize a class vote and a rejection of traditional political parties, making the Rassemblement National the leading opposition in France today (III). I. Social and economic reasons for voting far right in France A. [...]
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