Since the start of this presidential election, Jean-Luc Mélenchon likes to compare himself to Jean de La Fontaine's turtle.
The one who
"hastens slowly"
to finally prevail over the hare.
In the same way, the candidate of La France insoumise thinks he can beat his opponents to the post in the home straight to qualify for the second round.
Long considered improbable, the hypothesis has gained momentum in recent weeks.
This is the consequence of a relatively low qualification threshold – regularly around 15% in the polls – linked to the neutralization of right-wing candidates.
Measured between 11 and 13%, Jean-Luc Mélenchon therefore has the right to believe it.
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