# French presidential hopeful Glucksmann says ‘battle begins’ to unite divided left

https://mins.news/en/item/97040

- France 24, 2026-10-12 20:18 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/french-presidential-hopeful-glucksmann-says-battle-begins-to-revive-divided-left

> Raphael Glucksmann launched his French presidential bid on Monday, saying the “battle begins” as he seeks to unite the fragmented left ahead of next year’s election. Political scientist Damien Lecomte said Glucksmann must avoid appearing to be “the new Macron,” which would not be a winning image.

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