- After a publication on our official X account, Claudia Sheinbaum Celebrates Electoral Victory in France and congratulates Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
Claudia Sheinbaum, virtual president-elect of Mexico, has congratulated Jean-Luc Mélenchon after the recent elections in France, where the New Popular Front (NFP), a coalition of left-wing parties, managed to overcome the extreme right at the polls.
Sheinbaum, through her account on the social network X (formerly Twitter), celebrated the results and sent a message of support to the French leftist leader.
In her publication, Sheinbaum highlighted the importance of the victory of the NFP, which achieved a majority in the National Assembly, surpassing the far-right National Rally party.
This victory was a crucial point in a political scenario marked by intense mobilizations and debates in France.
Sheinbaum congratulated Mélenchon, who has been a presidential candidate three times, on this significant achievement.
Claudia Sheinbaum Celebrates Electoral Victory in France
Triumph of the New Popular Front
The New Popular Front, an alliance of left-wing parties, managed to overcome the National Rally party in the second round of the elections for the National Assembly, held on June 7, 2024.
Although the National Rally had led in the primary elections, the NFP gained a considerable lead at the end of election day.
According to estimates by the Ipsos institute, the NFP would obtain between 172 and 192 seats, while the National Rally would have between 132 and 152 seats, and the Ensemble coalition, between 150 and 170 seats.
This result represents a significant change in the French political landscape, reflecting a rejection of far-right policies.
Claudia Sheinbaum Celebrates Electoral Victory in France
Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s reactions
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of the NFP, celebrated the election result, stating that voters rejected “the worst possible scenario.”
Mélenchon stressed the importance of respecting the will of the people and suggested that his coalition should take over the government, despite not having an absolute majority.
In his statements, he emphasized that President Emmanuel Macron must abide by the popular decision that favors the left.
Claudia Sheinbaum Celebrates Electoral Victory in France
Mélenchon also ruled out any possibility of an alliance with Macron’s center-right coalition, reaffirming his intention to maintain the NFP’s political autonomy and avoid concessions to opposing forces.
This rejection of negotiations with the centrist faction underlines the NFP’s commitment to its ideological principles.
Claudia Sheinbaum Celebrates Electoral Victory in France
Felicitamos la jornada democrática en Francia y la victoria del Nuevo Frente Popular. La organización, la unidad y la esperanza vencieron el miedo. Felicidades @JLMelenchon.
— Dra. Claudia Sheinbaum (@Claudiashein) July 8, 2024
A Progressive Future for France
In his speech, Mélenchon highlighted that “a majority has opted for a different choice for the country, moving away from the extreme right.”
He celebrated this victory as crucial for France’s future, signaling an opening towards a more progressive government.
The result reflects a change in French public opinion, which has decided to opt for more inclusive and fair policies, moving away from conservative proposals.
Claudia Sheinbaum, by congratulating Mélenchon, reaffirms her support for leftist movements internationally and celebrates the advance of progressive forces in France.
This exchange of congratulations and support between leftist leaders underscores solidarity and cooperation in the search for a more equitable and just future for all.
R. Claudia Sheinbaum Celebrates Electoral Victory in France
