– I don’t think Kylian Mbappé is as big as Taylor Swift, but it could certainly have had an effect. That’s what Kjerstin Aukrust says. She is an associate professor in French literature and area knowledge at the University of Oslo. Sunday’s election in France gave the left an ever so small shock victory. They get a majority in the national assembly, and Kylian Mbappé and several French national team players may have contributed to the unexpected turnaround. They have become heavily involved in the country’s political situation. Megastar Taylor Swift has done the same on several occasions. Last year, an Instagram post from the artist contributed to more than 35,000 Americans registering to vote, and several experts are now wondering if Swift can simply influence the upcoming presidential election in the United States. The hint to withdraw There are currently no figures that can show the direct effect Mbappé and his teammates may have had on the French election, but the tally at least shows that it is the highest turnout in France for several decades. – When footballers you really like say you should vote, that something is at stake, then it means something. So says Marte Mangset, associate professor of sociology at the University of Oslo. – The fact that it takes place at the same time as the EC is not unimportant, she adds. 1-0: The American newspaper Politico gives Mbappé a lot of credit for the election victory. Facsimile: Politico France captain Mbappé and Inter striker Marcus Thuram made international headlines when they used their first European Championship press conference to ask the French to vote. Just before that, the far-right party Nasjonal Samling had gained a lot of support in the EU elections, and the French president announced new elections for the parliament, as a direct consequence of this. – I do not want to represent a country that does not represent my values - our values, said the French captain and hinted at withdrawing from the national team if the far right won the election. – The situation is very serious, said Thuram. Throughout the ongoing championship, several French players have spoken about the importance of voting, including Antoine Griezmann. The leader of the National Assembly Marine Le Pen was not impressed by the commitment. She thought Mbappé and the other players should not be telling the French what they should vote for. WEAK SECOND ROUND: Marine Le Pen and the far-right party Nasjonal Samling did not do as well as they had thought in the second round of elections. Photo: Reuters – Getting a little moved After the victory for the left side, several French football stars heave a sigh of relief. – The relief is as great as the concern was in recent weeks. Congratulations to the French people who mobilized so that this beautiful country is not ruled by the far right, writes Jules Koundé on X. – The people’s victory, agrees Aurélien Tchouaméni. LETTA: Jules Koundé congratulated the French after the election results became clear. Photo: AFP – Congratulations to all who responded to the threat hanging over our beautiful country. Long live diversity, long live the republic, long live France, writes Marcus Thuram on Instagram. The experts allow themselves to be moved: – Personally, I am a little moved by the statements. They represent multicultural France. There is no doubt that everyone who shares their background would have a harder everyday life with more hate speech, if the National Assembly had gained government power. I think it is strong that they are congratulating the people, and think that it is justified, says Aukrust, who is supported by Mangset: – I think that is very sincere and heartfelt. On Tuesday, France will meet Spain in the EC semi-final in Munich. Published 08.07.2024, at 15.32 Updated 08.07.2024, at 15.38
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