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2027 poll: Mélenchon crosses the 20% mark for the first time
A new poll places Jean-Luc Mélenchon above the symbolic 20% mark in voting intentions for the 2027 presidential election, a first.
In brief
Politics event (severity: low) nationwide, first detected on 12 November 2026 at 10:33. Reported by 1 source (1 article), last updated on 12 November 2026 at 10:33. Part of the story “Jean-Luc Mélenchon on the campaign trail for 2027: accusations and rally at Le Bourget”.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon
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- 12 Nov, 10h33
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- 12 Nov, 10h33
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Les risques de la sortie de l'Otan proposée par LFI analysés
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Left-wing media focus on Mélenchon's campaign momentum (rally, program, polls) while relaying internal left-wing criticism of his position on Ukraine; centrist media highlight controversies and political reactions, particularly on international affairs and the economy; right-wing media emphasize the dangers and inconsistencies of the program, especially regarding NATO, the economy, and liberties.
Left
The Le Bourget rally and the success of the program book, as well as Mélenchon's rebuttal to the accusations, are highlighted; internal left-wing criticism (Roussel, Mediapart, Libération) on the Donbass is also present.
Centre
Mélenchon's statements on Ukraine and the Donbass are presented as sources of tension, with an emphasis on political reactions and economic analyses; crossing the 20% mark in the polls and measures for overseas France are also reported.
Right
The LFI program is described as radical and dangerous, with criticism regarding withdrawal from NATO, public finances, individual liberties, and measures deemed unrealistic; funding for the think tank La Boétie is also highlighted.
Common points
- =Jean-Luc Mélenchon held a rally at Le Bourget on November 7, 2026 to present his program.
- =He drew criticism for his remarks on a referendum in the Donbass.
- =He reaffirmed his position on Ukraine and the Donbass on November 11.
- =The LFI program includes measures such as retirement at 60 and a minimum wage of €1,700.
Divergences
- ≠The left highlights the success of the program book (reprinting of 300,000 copies) and the rally's momentum, while the right emphasizes aspects deemed shocking or unrealistic in the program.
- ≠The center and right insist on the dangers or tensions linked to Mélenchon's international positions, while the left focuses on his rebuttal and denounces biased media coverage.
- ≠The right mentions La Boétie's funding and an RN MP questions Bercy, a point absent from left-wing and centrist articles.
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