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‘Radical’ or ‘hero’?: France debates leftist candidate Jean-Luc Melenchon
Source: Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera · Published
The hard-left leader has transformed into a real contender in next year presidential elections.
The hard-left leader has transformed into a real contender in next year presidential elections.
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