What’s cooking in Paris? French le • Table.Briefings

In France, the left-wing parties are divided over the question of forming a joint list for the upcoming European elections. La France Insoumise, led by Jean-Luc Mélenchon, supports this idea, while the Greens aim to field their own separate list.

On June 9, 2024, the French will be called to vote for their 79 members of the European Parliament. Historically, this election has mobilized few people in France: Barely half of the French voters show significant interest. However, the political challenges are not insignificant: This election could solidify the far-right Rassemblement National (RN) and the governing party Renaissance as the main forces in the country. However, it could also lead to an ascent of the left-wing parties, under one condition: that they can overcome their deep divisions.

What’s cooking in Paris? French left divided ahead of European elections

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