French President Emmanuel Macron has promised to provide clear instructions for voting in the event of a showdown between the left and the far-right National Rally party in the second round of legislative elections. Polls show the National Rally with a comfortable lead, likely to win with 36-37% of voting intentions compared to the left’s 28-29%.
During a European summit in Brussels, Macron made it clear that he sees a difference between the far-left La France Insoumise and other political parties. He criticized the National Rally for their arrogance and their plans to impose their views on him if they win. The final day of the campaign was marked by controversy over statements made by far-right leader Marine Le Pen, who suggested a difficult political coexistence if their party wins.
The National Rally has expressed intentions to take control of all government posts if they win. Turnout is expected to be high on election day, with two out of three voters planning to cast their ballots. The “Republicans’ withdrawal” in the face of the far right is a key topic of discussion, with some parties indicating they may withdraw their third-place candidates to prevent a far-right victory.
In an effort to prevent extremists from coming into power, Macron has vowed to be transparent and fight against the far right. He stated his desire to ensure that France remains united and democratic, even in the face of political polarization. Jean-Luc Mélenchon has also stated that he will not back down in the face of pressure from his allies who may not want him to become prime minister if he wins. The upcoming elections are critical for the future direction of France, and Macron’s clear stance against the far right is essential in ensuring that extremists do not come into power.
