Cover image: Raphaël Glucksmann presenting the program of his Socialist-Place Publique list for the European elections on Wednesday, May 15, in Paris. Since May 9, Europe Day, Le Monde has been providing daily coverage of the election campaign. From Monday to Friday, follow the movements and speeches of the main candidates, as well as debates between candidates in France and the twenty-seven member states. On Wednesday, the question is posed directly to readers: What does Europe represent for you? Share your testimonies, feelings, and experiences of the European Union (EU), which can sometimes seem distant, impersonal, and cold, yet is paradoxically so present, often in an invisible way.
For this occasion, several of our correspondents in France will share concrete examples of EU financing and support in various projects and sectors that have a direct impact on our daily lives: agriculture, research, the associative sector, catering, fishing, health… Some of our European correspondents will also offer us a perspective on Europe from their countries. Sylvain Kahn, a historian and geographer specializing in European integration, who teaches at Sciences Po and is a member of the research center at Sciences Po, answered your questions on Wednesday morning about how the link between the French and Europe has evolved over the major moments of EU construction.
Read all our articles, analyses, and reports on the 2024 European elections. Further content includes: Analysis of the candidates for the 2024 European elections, a report on Manon Aubry campaigning against outsourcing with François Ruffin, a story on Emmanuel Macron considering a debate with Marine Le Pen to avoid a failure, a guide to understanding the 6th to 9th June elections, a podcast on whether Europe is doing enough for the climate, a column on how the results of the European elections could impact the presidential race, an analysis of immigration and ecology as priority issues for the French over Macron’s vision of a powerful Europe, and a guide to the election calendar.
As you continue to follow the campaign and the key players, consider your own relationship with Europe and how it influences your daily life. The EU may seem distant at times, but its impact can be felt in various sectors that touch our lives. Stay informed about the candidates, issues, and debates that are shaping the European elections in 2024. Share your thoughts and experiences with us, and join the conversation on what Europe means to you. Let us together explore the complexities and contradictions of the EU, and consider its significance in our shared future.
