France's populist uprising

Far-right nationalist Marine Le Pen has a chance to win the country's presidential election. What's propelling her rise?

Marine Le Pen is leading a movement in France.
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Far-right nationalist Marine Le Pen has a chance to win the country's presidential election. What's propelling her rise? Here's everything you need to know:

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