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Nicolas Sarkozy's victory in the French presidential election was celebrated at his party headquarters in Paris. He won 53% of the votes against Segolene Royale's 47%, marking a significant shift in French politics. Sarkozy promised a break from the past and a new leadership style. His win was supported by a high voter turnout of over 85%, the highest since 1965. Sarkozy's strategy involved appealing to both the far right and the center, impacting the Socialist Party's credibility. The upcoming parliamentary elections will further reveal the extent of this impact.

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