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France Extreme droite: Latest polls, election results and positions

Last Election
3.9 %
Election 2024 · 17 Seats
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Extreme droite at a glance

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The 'Extreme droite' (far-right) in France refers to a spectrum of political parties pursuing a nationalist, identitarian, and often authoritarian agenda. Key characteristics include the rejection of multiculturalism and the demand for 'national priority' for French citizens.

Values and Ideology
This political current is fundamentally rooted in an exclusive nationalism, viewing the nation as an organic entity defined by shared ancestry, language, and culture. Its worldview is often characterized by a pessimistic outlook on modernity, where globalization and immigration are perceived as existential threats to French identity. The state is not seen as a neutral mediator but rather as a protective shield for its own people against external influences and supranational institutions (such as the EU).

Political Priorities
The agenda focuses on stringent immigration control, robust law-and-order policies, and the protection of domestic markets (protectionism). A core tenet is the concept of 'Préférence nationale' – the legal prioritization of French citizens for jobs, social benefits, and housing. The target audience is broad, encompassing rural populations and blue-collar workers who feel marginalized by modernization, as well as conservative citizens concerned about a loss of cultural identity.

Role in the Political System
Strategically, the French far-right employs a dual approach of systemic critique and professionalization. While radical fringe groups openly reject the institutions of the Republic, larger players strive for 'de-demonization' to appear fit for government. Nevertheless, a fundamental tension with the rule of law persists, as demands for constitutional amendments or the primacy of national law over EU law directly challenge the cornerstones of the liberal system and international integration.
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Extreme droite: Election results in France since 1945

2024 30 June 2024 Best result Vote share 3.9 % +3.6 Seats 17 +16 2017 18 June 2017 Vote share 0.3 % ±0.0 Seats 1 ±0 2017 11 June 2017 Vote share 0.3 % +0.1 Seats 1 ±0 2012 17 June 2012 Worst result Vote share 0.2 % ±0.0 Seats 1 ±0 2012 10 June 2012 Worst result Vote share 0.2 % -0.4 Seats 1 +1 1967 12 March 1967 Vote share 0.6 % +0.1 Seats 0 ±0 1962 25 November 1962 Vote share 0.5 % -0.6 Seats 0 ±0 1958 30 November 1958 Vote share 1.1 % -0.1 Seats 0 ±0 1956 2 January 1956 Vote share 1.2 % Seats 0
Extreme droite: Election results in France since 1945 1956: 1.2 %, 1958: 1.1 %, 1962: 0.5 %, 1967: 0.6 %, 2012: 0.2 %, 2012: 0.2 %, 2017: 0.3 %, 2017: 0.3 %, 2024: 3.9 %

All elections since 1945 in which Extreme droite participated. Click a row to see election details.

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Extreme droite in government: the record since 1945

1946 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 Today
Led government Involved in government Not in government
No government involvement to date

Extreme droite has not been involved in any government since 1946.

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