UNITED STATES Election of Donald Trump: political reactions

Vincent Bouget, PCF municipal elected official and vice-president of the Department : “We will see what happens in practice, but the election of Trump could have serious consequences for the future of our planet. His victory is both the consequence and the manifestation of a deep crisis of democracy, against a backdrop of crisis of a global economic model, capitalism, which is leading us to the edge of the abyss. It marks the victory of the most reactionary ideas which have the wind in their sails. A sad day for peace, equality, the environment. It leads more than ever to rethink an emancipatory project in which the greatest number of people can recognize themselves and act..”

Yoann Gillet, RN deputy for the 1st constituency of Gard: “American democracy has clearly expressed itself. The Americans have chosen their president. My Republican congratulations go to Donald Trump to whom I wish every success. France must now strengthen its cooperation with the United States and increase bilateral dialogue to protect the interests of our country.“

Aurélien Colson, president of the MoDem du Gard : “The election of Donald Trump is very bad news. Bad for the rights and health of women in the United States… Bad for the fight against global warming. Bad for our farmers and our industrialists, because Trump wants to raise customs duties. Bad for security in the world since the new president makes no secret of his admiration for dictatorial regimes (…) This election demonstrates, unfortunately, that talking nonsense and inventing conspiracies constitutes a winning recipe in democracies damaged (…) This is why, more than ever, the problems of our fellow citizens in France and in the Gard must be taken seriously and treated rigorously, refusing the artifices of ideologues.“

Nicolas Pellegrini, spokesperson for LFI in Gard : “The re-election of Donald Trump marks a dark setback for democracy and humanist values, particularly since his supporters' assault on the capitol. This result symbolizes the triumph of the powerful at the expense of the people and the planet. The fight for social and climate justice will only be more determined in the face of those who prefer to divide and conquer.”

Sylvain André, PCF mayor of Cendras: « I fear for the world. The first power that a man like him has who embodies withdrawal into oneself, the decline for the condition of women, which is a danger for peace in the world. I am very worried. The awakening was brutal this morning. There are comments for me that are very close to racism. The direction that is being given is worrying. I am terrified to see the first power in the world managed by a man like that.

Nicolas Koukas, PCF, president of the group of elected representatives of the municipal opposition of Arles: “Rather than despising those who chose to vote for Donald Trump, we must question the underlying reasons for this choice. Millions of voters have expressed fed up with a system which, in their eyes, no longer meets their needs or their expectations. Understanding their aspirations also means understanding the challenges that await us here, in France. Let's listen, show solidarity, and work for a fairer and more humane society.”

More reactions to come…