The Left Continues to Control the Paris City Hall: Socialist Grégoire Will Be the Mayor
Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire decisively defeated conservative rival Rachida Dati in the Paris mayoral election, ensuring continued leftist leadership in the city.
Paris remains on the left, defeated the right of Rachida Dati
Emmanuel Grégoire has been elected as the new mayor of Paris, ensuring the Socialist party continues to lead the city after defeating Rachida Dati's right-wing coalition.
Municipal Elections 2026: Emmanuel Grégoire, the Freed Heir Who Keeps Paris to the Left
Emmanuel Grégoire has been elected as the new Mayor of Paris with 50% of the votes, maintaining the city's Socialist dominance.
SV's Bergstø: – We will address the challenges we face ourselves
Bergstø emphasized the need for the Socialist Left Party (SV) to tackle its own challenges and re-engage with voters during its party meeting.
Municipal Elections in Avignon: Vaucluse Prefecture Labels PS-LFI Unity List as 'Extreme Left'
In Avignon, the Vaucluse prefecture has uniquely classified the PS-LFI coalition list for municipal elections as 'extreme left', sparking controversy.
French Socialists split over alliance with hard-left party in mayoral runoffs
The French Socialist Party is experiencing internal divisions over alliances with the hard-left France Unbowed party for municipal elections.
Municipal Elections: Hostile to PS-LFI Lists, the French Reject Alliances on the Left
A new survey indicates that the French electorate largely disapproves of alliances between the Socialist Party and La France Insoumise in the upcoming municipal elections.
Municipal Elections: How Alliance Choices on the Left Foreshadow Presidential Strategies
The Socialist Party expressed outrage over its candidate in Strasbourg aligning with Édouard Philippe's party while supporting merges with La France insoumise.
Municipal Elections in Nantes: to counter the PS-LFI agreement, the union of the right and center turns to the 'betrayed left'
In Nantes, the right and center coalition, led by Foulques Chombart de Lauwe, is mobilizing to contest the newly formed agreement between the Socialist Party (PS) and La France Insoumise (LFI).
"They are big schemers": when PS candidates refused an alliance with LFI... before reversing course
Socialist candidates in various French cities have formed alliances with the left-wing movement LFI ahead of the municipal elections, contradicting their earlier statements against collaboration.
France, the waltz of alliances stops in Paris and Marseille: no socialist to Mélenchon
The French left is struggling to form effective alliances ahead of the second round of municipal elections, particularly in Paris and Marseille, where socialist agreements with Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s party are failing to materialize.
Taking crisis measures. SV opposes 'caricaturing' of party members
SV (Socialist Left Party) is implementing crisis measures by creating a new slogan and addressing the caricaturing of its own party members.
Municipal Elections: 'Hypocrite', 'Shame', 'Disgrace'... The PS and the Environmentalists Under Fire for Their Alliances with LFI
The PS and environmentalists are facing criticism over their alliances with La France Insoumise in the municipal elections, highlighting the left's strategy to unite against potential right-wing victories.
Guillaume Tabard: "The Good Deals of Jean-Luc Mélenchon"
The article discusses how Jean-Luc Mélenchon has solidified his control over a fragmented left in France following recent municipal elections.
Municipal Elections in Nantes: PS Mayor Johanna Rolland Seals a Union with La France Insoumise
Johanna Rolland, the Socialist mayor of Nantes, has formed an electoral alliance with the far-left La France Insoumise party for the municipal elections.
Will offer free tolls and parking to those who do not own a car
Oslo's Socialist Left Party proposes free tolls and parking as incentives for car-sharing users over car owners.
The 'boss' Martinez, outsider of Sanchez's faction, injects oxygen into Sanchez and strengthens the strategy to unite the left vote: 'The 'no to war' has worked well for us'
The article discusses how Carlos Martínez, a Socialist candidate, revitalizes Pedro Sánchez's government strategy and the efforts to consolidate leftist votes amidst recent election losses.
Paris mayoral race: Can the left hold on to the French capital?
The upcoming Paris mayoral race poses a challenge for the French Socialist party as they seek to retain control after 25 years of leadership, following the tenure of Anne Hidalgo.
Absurd enough, this measurement is a comfort for her
A recent poll shows that the Socialist Left Party in Norway, led by Kirsti Bergstø, is struggling to remain above the electoral threshold, yet the latest results offer her some reassurance.
SV leader at closed meeting: - Internal disagreements are about to kill the party
Internal disagreements within Norway's Socialist Left Party (SV) are threatening the party's viability, according to party leaders.
Yves Thréard's editorial: 'Faced with Mélenchon, the submissive left'
Yves Thréard discusses the tensions within the French left regarding alliances with Jean-Luc Mélenchon and La France Insoumise ahead of the municipal elections.
Left Alliances: The PS's Double Game Against the Excesses of LFI
The Socialist Party (PS) is distancing itself from Jean-Luc Mélenchon's La France insoumise (LFI) at the national level while allowing local unions to form in various cities for municipal elections.
Milo Lévy-Bruhl: "By mocking Jewish names, Mélenchon has activated the xenophobic dimension of anti-Semitism"
Milo Lévy-Bruhl critiques Jean-Luc Mélenchon for allegedly activating xenophobic anti-Semitism through his mockery of Jewish names, amidst the Socialist Party's distancing from him due to accusations of anti-Semitism.
Municipal Elections: The French Opposed to Any Alliance Between LFI and PS
A recent poll reveals that the majority of left-wing supporters in France, excluding La France Insoumise (LFI), prefer a municipal electoral strategy without the participation of LFI in the second round.
A party fighting with itself
The leadership of Kirsti Bergstø within the Socialist Left Party in Norway faces internal challenges, with low confidence in her leadership amid upcoming party decisions.
No Majority for No Confidence Against SV Leader
A proposed vote of no confidence against Kirsti Bergstø, leader of the Socialist Left Party (SV), was rejected at the Troms SV county meeting.
Vote of no confidence against the leader of SV defeated in Troms
A vote of no confidence against Kirsti Bergstø, the leader of the Socialist Left Party (SV), was defeated at the Troms SV regional meeting with 10 votes in favor and 29 against, indicating strong internal support for her leadership.
SV local branch promotes a vote of no confidence against the party leadership
The local branch of the Socialist Left Party in Tjeldsund has unanimously proposed a vote of no confidence against party leader Kirsti Bergstø following their evaluation of the recent election campaign.
Vote of No Confidence Against Own Party Leader: - Arrogant and Patronizing
The Troms SV party is facing a vote of no confidence against its leader Kirsti Bergstø due to increasing dissatisfaction among members.
François Hollande assures that "the relationship with LFI is over" and refuses to participate in the left primary
François Hollande has declared the end of his political relationship with La France Insoumise (LFI) and will not take part in the upcoming left primary.
Linda Snecker: I am champagne leftist
Linda Snecker, a former leftist politician in Sweden, has transitioned to mingling with lobbyists, embodying a shift from her socialist roots.
SV on Nobel secrecy: - Not sustainable
The leader of Norway's Socialist Left Party (SV), Kirsti Bergstø, demands full transparency regarding past gifts received by members of the Nobel Committee amid concerns over potential conflicts of interest.
Denmark tests phasing out Microsoft. Now SV wants to do the same here.
The Danish government is testing the feasibility of phasing out Microsoft products in the public sector, and the Socialist Left party in Norway is urging for a similar strategy to reduce dependence on large American tech companies.
Red approaches nearly double the size of SV
A recent poll indicates that the Red Party in Norway is nearing 8% support, surpassing the Socialist Left Party, while key centrist parties fall below the electoral threshold.
Civil War in SV
The article presents a commentary expressing the author's views on a conflict within the SV party in Norway.
Crisis Meeting in SV – Internal Letter Raises Alarm about 'Toxic Atmosphere'
A letter from 30 members of the Socialist Left Party (SV) warns the leadership about a 'toxic atmosphere' that is killing engagement within the party following a controversial decision on energy policy.
The socialist left candidate defeated the leader of the far-right and was elected President of Portugal
The socialist left candidate in Portugal has been elected president, defeating the far-right populist party leader.
Runoff: Center-left candidate wins presidential election in Portugal
António José Seguro, the center-left candidate from the Socialist Party, won the Portuguese presidential runoff against far-right rival André Ventura.
Left-wing candidate wins election and will be the next president of Portugal, says exit polls
António José Seguro of the Socialist Party is projected to win the presidential election in Portugal with a significant majority according to early exit polls.
Portugal Returns to the Polls in Historic Runoff Between the Left and the Far Right to Choose a New President
On February 8, Portuguese voters will participate in a historic second round of presidential elections, pitting the Socialist Party against far-right candidate André Ventura.
New trench in Europe: how traditional parties in Portugal rush to block the advance of the radical right in the presidential election
The article discusses the second round of the Portuguese presidential elections, highlighting the competition between traditional left candidates and the radical right represented by André Ventura.
After the left, the Spanish right faced allegations of harassment
The Spanish right-wing Popular Party is now embroiled in allegations of harassment, following similar accusations against the Socialist Party.
Boris Vallaud, leader of the PS deputies, is not in favor of the current left primary project
Boris Vallaud, head of the PS deputies in France, opposes the proposed left primary for the 2027 presidential elections, advocating instead for a broad coalition among leftist groups.
Socialist mayor Mamdani backs Hochul in move that could reshape New York governor race
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul for re-election, signaling strong support from the left of the party.
SV turns in the Melkøya case: Equinor gets to keep the power
The Socialist Left Party (SV) has reversed its stance and will not support a proposal to release power from the Melkøya gas facility, resulting in a lack of majority for the proposal in the Parliament.
SV turns around on Melkøya
The Socialist Left Party (SV) has decided to withdraw its support for a proposal to allocate electricity from Melkøya to other industries, advocating instead for its electrification with carbon capture and wind energy to reduce emissions.
Tomorrow the Storting will decide whether Norway should abolish the monarchy
The Storting is set to vote tomorrow on a proposal to abolish the monarchy, amid a crisis for the royal family with only the Red Party and the Socialist Left Party supporting the motion.
The Socialist Party not included in the Left Alliance
The Socialist Party has confirmed it will not participate in a joint campaign with other left-wing parties for the upcoming municipal elections in Reykjavik.
Budget: the PS wants to reintegrate tax increases before a hypothetical 49.3
The left is seeking an additional 10 billion euros in revenue largely through tax increases as the budget returns to the National Assembly this week.