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'We can feel the RN wave coming': A traditional stronghold of French conservatives shifts right
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· September 23, 2026
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Key points The Rassemblement National's efforts in this region have been successful, with voters sliding toward the party election after election. The Rassemblement National, led by Marine Le Pen, is gaining support through a meticulous grassroots strategy.
A shift to the right is occurring among voters in a traditional stronghold of French conservatives. The Rassemblement National, led by Marine Le Pen, is gaining support through a meticulous grassroots strategy. This trend is evident in election results, which show right-leaning voters increasingly backing the party.
The department of Seine-et-Marne, a largely rural area, is a key location for this shift. The Rassemblement National's efforts in this region have been successful, with voters sliding toward the party election after election.
Further details on this trend and the Rassemblement National's strategy are available from the source, which explores the growth of Europe's far right.
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Published: September 23, 2026 ·
Source: Le Monde in English ·
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