European Parliament member Glucksmann seeks French presidency in 2027

Raphaël Glucksmann, a member of the European Parliament, has officially declared his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election. The 46-year-old socialist politician made the announcement on the TF1 television channel, confirming his intention to compete in the upcoming socialist primaries scheduled for October.

Glucksmann stated his ambition is not just to participate but to win the primary elections. "I am a candidate to win," he asserted. He conveyed a sense of urgency and concern regarding the nation's trajectory, saying, "I am a candidate to lift France again, because, you know, we are all struggling when we see what our country is becoming and what it could become in the coming months."

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I am a candidate to win.

His candidacy had been widely anticipated within the political sphere. Glucksmann's platform appears to focus on a revitalized vision for France, aiming to address perceived national decline and steer the country toward a more positive future. The socialist primaries will be a key event to watch as the French political landscape shapes up for the 2027 election.

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I am a candidate to lift France again, because, you know, we are all struggling when we see what our country is becoming and what it could become in the coming months.