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French election

| April 27, 2012 6:00 AM

Observers have been quick to point out the unprecedented nature of Nicolas Sarkozy's defeat in the first round of the French presidential elections. No incumbent has failed to lead the field at this stage since direct elections were inaugurated in 1965.

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