Le Pen’s ‘Save Democracy’ rally after guilty verdict falls short of expectations – POLITICO
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Marine Le Pen’s political future is cloudy for now, but Sunday’s rally in support of her took place under an impeccably sunny spring sky in an upscale neighborhood of central Paris, with temperatures nearing 20 degrees Celsius.

But despite ideal weather, the crowd didn’t show up.

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  • absquatulate@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    3 days ago

    According to organizers of Sunday’s rally, some 5,000 to 8,000 people were expected to attend the event, soberly titled “Save Democracy,” with a fleet of 20 buses and nine mini-buses to bring in more supporters. During his speech, National Rally President Jordan Bardella claimed 10,000 people were present.

    Same MO as when they took out kremlin’s candidate in Romania. Because nothing says “save democracy” like a manufactured protest with paid party members and acolytes.