"The attack on Quentin Deranque, a neo-Nazi activist, left him unconscious and led to his death two days later, raising concerns for the left in France."
"The far-right National Rally, previously known as the National Front, has managed to gain legitimacy through a process called 'de-demonization,' distancing itself from its extremist roots."
"As the left and centrist parties decline in popularity, the National Rally appears closer to power than ever, capitalizing on the political turmoil following Deranque's death."
A neo-Nazi activist named Quentin Deranque was attacked by an anti-fascist group in Lyon, resulting in his death from brain trauma. This incident could benefit the far-right National Rally, as voices on the right label it a significant moment. The left, particularly France Unbowed, faces legitimacy issues due to ties with the anti-fascist group involved. Meanwhile, President Macron's centrist bloc is unpopular, and the RN's rise appears imminent. The RN's strategy of 'de-demonization' has shifted its image from an extremist party to a more mainstream political force.
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