The former Prime Minister expresses skepticism about the organization of a primary on the right before the next presidential election.
In a recent interview, Édouard Philippe questioned the holding of a primary on the right to designate the candidate for the 2027 presidential election. According to him, this internal vote would likely not see the light of day, due to current political divisions and uncertainties. This statement comes as several figures from the right and center are already exploring their options for the next electoral deadline.
The former head of government, who has not ruled out a personal candidacy, believes that the conditions are not met for such a process. He notably points to the difficulty of bringing together the various political currents around a common project. For him, open primaries have shown their limits in the past, and parties struggle to mobilize their voters in this format.
This stance could influence discussions within Les Républicains and their allies, who were considering a primary to decide among several contenders. Some see it as a way to clarify leadership, while others, like Philippe, prefer a more direct designation, perhaps at a congress or through last-minute negotiations.
As the political calendar accelerates, the former Prime Minister's statements add new uncertainty. Observers note that his remarks reflect a broader malaise within the right, torn between different strategies and personal ambitions. The future will tell whether this primary will ultimately take place, but doubt has now been officially sown.
The former head of government, who has not ruled out a personal candidacy, believes that the conditions are not met for such a process. He notably points to the difficulty of bringing together the various political currents around a common project. For him, open primaries have shown their limits in the past, and parties struggle to mobilize their voters in this format.
This stance could influence discussions within Les Républicains and their allies, who were considering a primary to decide among several contenders. Some see it as a way to clarify leadership, while others, like Philippe, prefer a more direct designation, perhaps at a congress or through last-minute negotiations.
As the political calendar accelerates, the former Prime Minister's statements add new uncertainty. Observers note that his remarks reflect a broader malaise within the right, torn between different strategies and personal ambitions. The future will tell whether this primary will ultimately take place, but doubt has now been officially sown.
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Source: La Nouvelle République