Europe’s Social Democrats Show Signs of Life, but France Poses a Roadblock

Center-left parties have won a string of victories, capped by Olaf Scholz’s win in Germany. Yet, France’s struggling Socialists threaten hopes for a broader social democratic revival.

Do Germany’s Election Results Signal a Left Turn for Europe?

It is too early to tell, but the results certainly illustrate a fragmentation in politics and the growing influence of personalities.