Benjamin Lucas-Lundy denounces 'disunity' on the left as far-right party gains ground
The deputy and co-coordinator of Génération-s regrets that calls for unity have gone unheeded, as socialists and communists prepare separate candidacies for 2027.
Speaking on RFI, Deputy Benjamin Lucas-Lundy, co-coordinator of the Génération-s movement, said that "the disunity of the left is irresponsible" in the face of what he describes as the "rise of the racist, nationalist and xenophobic ideas of the far-right party in France."
According to him, calls for unity within the left have not been heeded by the various parties. He noted that the socialists and Place publique are currently preparing a joint primary, while the national secretary of the French Communist Party, Fabien Roussel, has announced his decision to run alone in the presidential election.
When asked about prospects for unity, Benjamin Lucas-Lundy indicated he would not rule out an "olive branch" from La France insoumise in the coming months. He called for "finding ways to mobilize for 2027," emphasizing the urgency he sees in light of the far-right party's rising poll numbers.
The deputy did not specify a timeline or concrete arrangements for a possible realignment of left-wing forces before the next presidential election.
Sources
- Face à la montée du RN «la désunion de la gauche est irresponsable», déplore le député Benjamin Lucas-Lundy — RFI — Français
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