Europe The closing of the conservative mind: Between revolution and reaction In the latest article in our series, we look at the state of French politics and the emergence of Marion Maréchal-Le Pen, who aspires to unite… By Hugo Drochon
World Emmanuel Macron turned the European elections into a referendum on himself, and lost By Hugo Drochon
Emmanuel Macron’s victory has kept the populist wolves at the door – for now The centrist President's next challenger could come from the populist far left instead. By Hugo Drochon
The failed French presidential candidates who refuse to endorse Emmanuel Macron While the candidates of the main left and right parties have endorsed the centrist from nowhere, others have held back. By Hugo Drochon
Who will vote for Marine le Pen? The issues that could divide the Front National On the eve of the French Presidential election, Marine Le Pen holds together a coalition more fractious than it… By Hugo Drochon
How Emmanuel Macron can hold the centre to beat Marine Le Pen A victory for Macron would affect more than France – it would bolster the European project. By Hugo Drochon
Can Emmanuel Macron win? Why France is ripe for a liberal resurgence In an era of far-right populism, an avowed centrist could see off France's political demons. By Hugo Drochon
What does ‘elites’ mean, and why do they always rule? The word 'elite', first coined in 1902, has become a term of abuse. But history is the story of one… By Hugo Drochon