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This Sunday, July 7, 2024, the second round of the snap legislative elections crowned the New Popular Front, pushing the National Rally into the background.
Among those who celebrated the result, Sophie Marceau stood out. The actress, known for her past political commitments in support of the left, shared her joy on Instagram with a simple “Yippee!!! I love France”. The post quickly drew many reactions, some enthusiastic, others far more critical.
In 2017, Marceau had already expressed her support for Jean-Luc Mélenchon in the presidential election, clearly positioning herself against far-right ideologies. Her commitment has clearly not waned, as shown by her recent social media post.
The results of the first round of the legislative elections on June 30 shocked many French people, with 33% of the vote going to the RN. A strong mobilization on social media against the RN seems to have reversed the trend, giving victory to Mélenchon’s party and its allies on July 7.
Following this defeat for the presidential majority, Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announced his upcoming resignation, scheduled for Monday, July 8.
Despite Sophie Marceau’s joy, her post also drew sharp criticism from internet users just as concerned as she is about the country’s future. Some comments express worries about the economic and social consequences of this political shift.
Sophie Marceau continues to take part in French political life, using her fame to support her personal convictions and share her optimism for the future of France.