In the midst of the French legislative election campaign, commuters in central Paris express their hopes for stability and a rejection of extremism. One voter, Fatima, emphasizes the importance of voting and her hope that the extremes won’t do well in the election, as she believes in voting for the “least worst” option.
A recent poll by Elabe for BFMTV and La Tribune Dimanche indicates that the far-right National Rally is projected to fall short of an absolute majority in the national assembly, with estimates of 200-230 seats. In contrast, the left-wing New Popular Front is expected to win 165-190 seats, while Macron’s allies are predicted to secure 120-140 seats.
Despite these projections, National Rally leader Marine Le Pen remains optimistic about the party’s chances for an absolute majority. In an appearance on Cnews, she urged supporters to vote on Sunday and expressed confidence in the party’s potential to secure a majority in the national assembly. However, polling suggests that an absolute majority for National Rally is unlikely.
As the campaign nears its conclusion, the focus remains on the upcoming election and its potential implications for France. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the second round of the French legislative election approaches. Share your thoughts and tips with us at lili.bayer@theguardian.com.
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