By Marco Hugo Barsotti MHB 
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The French political landscape is becoming increasingly rocky in view of the upcoming presidential elections. Edouard Philippe has sent a signal of clear distinction, once again closing the door to the possibility of participating in an eventual primary involving the right and the center.
The former prime minister and current leader of Horizons expressed his position firmly during the TF1 news broadcast. According to the mayor of Le Havre, a consultation of this type would not bring unity, but would only trigger fragmentation and uncertainty in the national political landscape.
A project that creates divisions
The proposal for an open challenge between candidates was relaunched a few days ago by Gabriel Attal. However, Attal’s strategy does not seem to convince the leaders of the camp aiming for the presidency, with Philippe positioning himself as a distinct figure unwilling to follow this line.
The risk of a consultation that brings together opposing visions is what concerns the Horizons candidate most. Philippe highlighted how a primary would risk uniting under the same umbrella people who do not share the same political objectives at all.
Clash between opposing visions
The critical point concerns the very nature of the contenders who would be called to the polls. On one side are the supporters of the continuity of the Macron government, represented by Attal’s front; on the other are figures aiming for a union of the right.
Among these names emerging for a new political scenario are Bruno Retailleau and David Lisnard. This diversity of intent makes, according to Philippe’s vision, participation in a common challenge a useless exercise that would only end up fueling confusion among voters.
That is all for now. From the newsrooms of Nice and Paris, this is am1575news, Francia24 and Radio Centrale Milano.
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