What to watch for in the first round of the French presidential election

European elections countdown: In this occasional series, we take a look at what is at stake in the French election.  No matter how the first round of the French presidential election ends today, one thing is certain: It has been an exceptional campaign. Traditional party allegiances have weakened, and populists gained momentum over the past few months, giving […]

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/worldviews/wp/2017/04/21/what-to-watch-for-in-the-first-round-of-the-french-presidential-election/