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

https://mins.news/en/video/97050

- France 24 English, 2026-10-12 20:18 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsxpVAZAqJs

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

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