Overview

• François Ruffin held a high-profile meeting in Montreuil on April 1, signaling his intent to unify the fragmented French left ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
• Ruffin's campaign slogan, 'Notre France,' reflects a populist, anti-elite message aimed at mobilizing grassroots support.
• He emphasized themes of sovereignty, protectionism, and reducing American influence, while criticizing the political establishment as ineffective in addressing major crises.
• Ruffin proposed grassroots initiatives, including 'cahiers de doléances,' to gather public input and foster engagement for his political platform.
• Although over a thousand supporters attended the event, questions remain about Ruffin's ability to unite the left and build a coalition strong enough to challenge the far-right and centrists.