Far-Right Radical Zemmour Is a Real Contender in French Election

Eric ZemmourPhotographer: Benjamin Girette/Bloomberg
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Far-right candidate Eric Zemmour is within striking distance of the French presidential election runoff for the first time, according to the latest poll.

After an initial burst of enthusiasm, Zemmour’s campaign had faced headwinds around the turn of the year, but he has been gaining ground in recent polls.