This book offers an in-depth analysis of political life in France and Europe at the beginning of the 21st century at a time of change and crisis. Encompassing questions about values, political actors and electoral choices, it is dedicated particularly to scholars and students enrolled in comparative politics programs.Political Representation in Crisis; P.Perrineau Political Values and Attitudes in Europe; E.Schweisguth Religion and Politics; J.Donegani Gender and Politics; J.Mossuz-Lavau Young People and Politics; A.Muxel Interest Groups in France and in Europe; E.Grossman Unions and Politics; G.Groux Political and Administrative Elites; L.Rouban The Media and the Search for Political Information; A.Mercier What Remains of the Class Vote?; N.Mayer The Green Movement; D.Boy Socialism in Europe; H.Rey The Political Right in France and Europe; F.Haegel National-Populism; P.Perrineau France and Europe; L.RoubanPASCAL PERRINEAU?is Professor and head of the Centre for Political Research (CEVIPOF) Sciences Po, Paris, France.? ?? LUC ROUBAN?is CNRS Research Director at the CEVIPOF, Sciences Po, Paris, France.