France’s left and center urge alliance against far-right ahead of legislative runoff
Paris — France’s far-right has never been closer to power after winning the first round of snap legislative elections Sunday. It’s a stunning result that could see the far-right taking control of the government — and a far-right prime minister ahead of the Paris Olympics — if it wins big in the second round runoff July 7. The left and center are now calling for an alliance against extremism in one of Europe’s most important countries. The far-right National Rally — and its leader, Marine Le Pen have been celebrating the latest results. Читать дальше...