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French Left Launches L’Après as Glucksmann Charts 2027 Presidential Path

Paris-based initiatives aim to crystallize a unified candidacy proposal during debates over the left’s identity ahead of the 2027 election.

Overview

  • L’Après was formally established on June 21–22 in Paris as the Association pour la République écologique et sociale.
  • Co-founder Alexis Corbière says the group’s primary objective is to unify left-wing forces behind a single presidential ticket in 2027.
  • Founding members include former La France Insoumise figures Alexis Corbière, Raquel Garrido and Clémentine Autain alongside ex-socialist Gérard Filoche.
  • Raphaël Glucksmann of Place Publique outlined strategic axes on June 23 that signal his move toward a potential presidential candidacy.
  • Simultaneous initiatives highlight the left’s search for direction and cohesion as it prepares for the upcoming election.