French voters have taken to the streets, celebrating the left’s surprising victory or voicing their anger at the far right’s defeat. According to the French news agency AFP, the reactions have been mixed and passionate.
Marie Delille, a philosophy student, expressed her joy at a rally for the left-wing France Unbowed party in Stalingrad Square, Paris. “I’m so happy, there’s this incredible energy, and it gives me chills,” she said.
Hugo Chevalley, a history student, called it a partial victory. “It’s a win, but just a small one. We have to keep fighting; it’s not over yet. But it’s definitely a relief. We didn’t see this coming.”
Among the crowd, one sign read, “No to the [far-right] RN, no to [President] Macron.”
In another part of the city, Olivier Mondet, a 64-year-old nurse, was disappointed by the left’s success. “They’re telling the French people anything, and they’re believing it all. They’re being manipulated,” he said.
Cecilia Djennad, 32, remained determined despite years of criticism against the far right. “We won’t give up,” she said.
History student Noah Ludon was hopeful, saying, “The RN is growing fast like a high-speed train. Our support is increasing.”
This mix of joy and disappointment shows the deep divide among French voters. The left’s unexpected win has energized some, while others are skeptical and worried about the future.
Source: BBC.
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