Glucksmann Says 'Battle Begins' to Unite France's Divided Left

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French presidential candidate Raphael Glucksmann declared that the "battle begins" as he launched a bid to unite a fragmented left ahead of next year's election. The EU lawmaker was elected Sunday as the centre-left candidate with more than 66 percent of the vote. Speaking to FRANCE 24, a political scientist said Glucksmann faces the challenge of bridging divisions among left-wing parties that have long struggled to coordinate. His campaign aims to present a unified alternative in a contest shaping up as pivotal for France.

Why it matters：A unified French left could reshape the presidential race, while a fragmented one risks repeating past defeats.

Key points

  • Glucksmann declared the 'battle begins' to unite France's divided left
  • He was elected the centre-left candidate Sunday with more than 66 percent of the vote
  • He faces the challenge of bridging divisions among left-wing parties

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