The economic program of the National Rally is largely inspired by the ideas of Emmanuel Macron

The National Rally borrows from Emmanuel Macron's economic policy

\n\nDue to the shock of the Covid-19 pandemic on the global economy, it is clear that all political parties have had to adapt their economic platforms. But now the National gathering seems to borrow from the economic policy ofEmmanuel Macron for its future program.\n\n

The adoption of a Macronist economic platform by the National Rally

\n\nTHE National gathering (RN), traditionally associated with a protectionist economic program, seems to be increasing its borrowings from the economic policy of the current president, Emmanuel Macron. This strategy is quite unexpected, given the ideological differences between the RN and the rather liberal economic policy of Emmanuel Macron.\n\nIt seems that the RN took note of the popularity of certain Macronist measures and decided to incorporate them into their program. This change can be seen in the promotion of labor market flexibility, a flagship policy of Macron's economic program, or in the support of French startups, another passion of Emmanuel Macron.\n\n

A strategic choice for the National Rally

\n\nThe adoption of certain Macronist economic policies by the RN can be seen as a means of extending their appeal to a more moderate electorate. However, this choice could prove risky for the party. Long perceived as a bulwark against the economic elite, the RN risks disorienting part of its electorate if it aligns too closely with the economic policy of Emmanuel Macron.\n\nIt is clear that this strategy of borrowing from Macronist politics is a strategic choice of the RN to win new voters while retaining its own identity. However, it remains to be seen how this will be perceived among the party faithful and whether it will succeed in attracting the desired electorate.\n\n

Points of divergence persist

\n\nDespite these blatant borrowings, the RN's economic program retains aspects that are essentially divergent from that of Emmanuel Macron. There remain deep differences on points such as immigration policy or membership of the European Union. \n\nIn conclusion, although the National Gathering seems to borrow certain elements from the economic policy ofEmmanuel Macron, it still maintains significant differences that clearly distinguish the two parties. \n\n