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This module offers an in-depth study of far-right politics in contemporary France. It starts by mapping out the origins and different strands of thought within the French far right, and assesses whether it forms a consistent political ideology. The course concentrates on the Rassemblement National (formerly known as Front National), the most successful far right party in France. It also studies 脡ric Zemmour鈥檚 rise and assess the brand of far-right politics that he represents. We will study the RN鈥檚 main political features; its sociological transformation over time, notably from the mid-1980s up to now.
Other aspects of the study include: sociology of party membership and electorate, and main policies and ideas. The module eventually addresses topical issues such as: is the RN still a 鈥渇ar right鈥� party or has it morphed into a mainstream party of the 鈥渘ational right鈥�? Are RN policies compatible with the French constitution and republican polity? Is it pertinent to label the RN a 鈥減opulist鈥� or 鈥渘ational populist鈥� party?
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
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This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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