In the recent European Parliament elections, a 28-year-old politician named Jordan Bardella led the National Front (RN) party to a dominant win in France. With 33% of the vote compared to President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist Renaissance party’s 16.5%, Bardella’s influence extended to the youth population in France, with over 1.2 million followers on TikTok and a significant number of young voters expressing support for him.
Bardella’s success was largely due to his strategic use of social media and his appeal to young voters who were looking for change in French politics. Despite facing controversies over his social media usage and personal background, Bardella’s rise in French politics continues to gain momentum, making him one of the most influential figures in European politics today.
In an interview with TIME magazine in May, Bardella expressed confidence that the younger generation of patriotic activists would become leaders, leading to victories in both the European Parliament and presidential elections. While this statement was partly true, it is clear that Bardella himself played a key role in achieving these victories through his strategic political campaigns and effective use of social media.
As France gears up for upcoming parliamentary elections, the spotlight will be on Bardella and his vision for the country, which focuses on anti-immigration policies and protectionism. With his appeal to both young and older voters, Bardella’s impact on French politics is undeniable, creating a dynamic shift in the political landscape that will continue to shape Europe for years to come.
