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    An exploration of France's current political deadlock under Macron's presidency, examining the challenges of a hung parliament and shifting power dynamics both within France and on the global stage.

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    The institutions of the Fifth Republic were designed for a different political landscape. What we're seeing is the breakdown of France's traditional bipolar political structure.

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    France in Political Deadlock

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