A prominent European lawmaker has become the center-left candidate for France’s 2027 presidential election, issuing an urgent appeal for unity against the rising far-right threat. Following his victory in a Socialist-backed primary, the founder of the Place Publique party warned that the left must reject complacency and mobilize to counter the far-right’s growing influence. His call comes as political observers highlight the stakes of next year’s race, where the outcome could reshape France’s political landscape. The move signals a consolidation of the center-left ahead of a potential showdown with the far-right candidate.
MEP Raphaël Glucksmann issues call after becoming social democrat candidate for 2027 presidential electionThe European lawmaker Raphaël Glucksmann has urged the French centre left to wage an “existential battle” to prevent Marine Le Pen’s far right winning the 2027 presidential election after he was chosen as the social democrat candidate for the presidency.“We’ve got to rid our hearts of the spirit of defeat,” Glucksmann, the founder of the small party Place Publique, said on Monday morning after his decisive win in a centre-left primary race held by the Socialist party. Continue reading...
