Marine Le Pen of the Rassemblement National (RN) party delivered a speech in Perpignan on May 1, focusing on environmental policy ahead of the European elections. She criticized Brussels’ mandates on environmental changes and the European Commission’s decisions. Le Pen linked these issues to the impact on people’s daily lives, a strategy that has gained momentum for the RN.
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The new political divide France’s far right wants to exploit: Environmentalism
‘Localism’
The RN has integrated environmental issues into its political strategy, moving from “localism” to identifying and capitalizing on tensions created by the green transition. This shift allows the party to criticize elites and advocate for common citizens affected by environmental policies.
Le Pen and other RN members have opposed measures like wind turbines and environmental laws, portraying them as harmful to the economy and agriculture. The party emphasizes the negative consequences of green policies on various sectors, fueling discontent among the population.