Editorial: Le Monde

• The left has united in an attempt to block the far right, following deep divisions during the European elections.
• Marine Le Pen's party has never been so close to gaining power under the Fifth Republic.
• The project of the National Rally (RN) is based on national preference, the rejection of the foreigner, and the questioning of alterity.
• The presidential majority has failed to counter the rise of the RN.
• An agreement has been reached under the banner of the New Popular Front that includes La France insoumise (LFI), the Socialist Party (PS), Europe Ecologie-The Greens (EELV) and the French Communist Party (PCF) to maximize chances of gaining seats.
• The agreement advocates for a 'total break' with Emmanuel Macron's policies and promises the repeal of three contentious reforms: pensions, unemployment insurance, and immigration law.
• The figure of Jean-Luc Mélenchon continues to concern the left despite their recent union.

Conclusion: The united left faces a significant challenge in the face of RN's rise and authoritarian tactics within its own coalition. By returning to unity, it is taking a firm stance against the current government's policies and clearly distancing itself from RN's values and practices.

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