Despite all of that, I predict a Sarko win. The socialists may not be willing to give up their perks and try to scare the elderly, but with double digit unemployment and the immigration problems, France is ready for a major change. The economy and nationalism will triumph over the paternalism represented by the Socialists. And although it may not be PC, I can’t see the French electing a woman.
America's parasites would elect a skunk as Democrat President if the skunk offered more "free" welfare, "free" health care, "free" pharmaceuticals, "free" education, etc.