French Political Standoff Between National Rally and Far-Left

French populist leader Marine Le Pen and her National Rally party threaten a vote of no confidence if President Macron tries to install any leftist government. The deadlock in government has lasted for about a month and a half after elections. Le Pen suggests major decisions could be decided by the French people in referenda.

Irish Referenda on Family Values

The Irish public rejected attempts to redefine marriage and the role of women in the constitution, leading to a historic victory for family values. The defeat was seen as a rejection of liberal conformity and a commitment to traditional family values.