Jordan Bardella, from the far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party, surprised many by mimicking Emmanuel Macron’s style in TV appearances and debates. Despite initial amusement, concerns arose about Bardella’s approach and its impact on public perception. As he faces off against other candidates, Bardella’s tendency to mock and belittle opponents has raised caution within his own camp.
Ahead of critical debates, Bardella’s team emphasizes the need for humility and strategic responses to potential attacks linking the RN to controversial figures like Jean-Marie Le Pen and alliances with autocrats. The RN continues to project a unified front, with Le Pen and Bardella portraying themselves as a formidable political duo.
Trauma of Le Pen’s 2017 debate
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