- More than 180 candidates, predominantly from the left-wing New Popular Front and a third from President Macron’s En Marche coalition, have withdrawn from the parliamentary races.
- The withdrawals aim to reestablish the “Republican front” to block the far-right National Rally from gaining power.
- French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, at risk of losing his position, emphasized that preventing the National Rally from obtaining a majority is crucial for France’s future.
- National Rally leader Jordan Bardella views the opposing alliances as a sign of the establishment’s concern over the far-right’s potential victory.
- The left-wing France Unbowed party criticizes President Macron’s coalition for not being clear enough in urging its candidates to step aside in favor of better-placed opponents to defeat the National Rally.
- According to reports, 289 seats are required for an overall majority, and without it, parties will seek to form a coalition.
- The National Rally is focusing on anti-immigration policies and reforms to reduce France’s contributions to Europe while maintaining benefits.
- Amidst this political maneuvering, there are concerns about the preservation of democratic values and the impact of a potential far-right government on public institutions and France’s social fabric.
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