The first legislative elections were held under Charles de Gaulle, the World War II hero who was elected president in 1958. The turnoutTypically, the turnout is lower for legislative elections than for presidential ones. Outcomes to watch• The abstention rate, which could be an indicator of voters’ current enthusiasm for politics. • Whether high-profile defeated presidential candidates who are running in legislative races — such as the far-right candidate Ms. • How many of Mr. Macron’s candidates make it to the second round, and with what kind of vote totals.

Source: New York Times June 11, 2017 04:52 UTC