Jean-Luc Mélenchon Wants to be President of France

May 3, 2026, 21:25
EuropePolitics

Introduction

Jean-Luc Mélenchon is the leader of the LFI party. He wants to run in the 2027 presidential election.

Main Body

Mélenchon is 74 years old. He tried to be president three times before. More people voted for him each time. In 2022, 22 percent of people voted for him. French politics are difficult now. The government does not have enough power. President Emmanuel Macron cannot run again. Marine Le Pen has legal problems. Mélenchon has strong ideas. He wants to tax rich people more. He wants to protect nature. He is also very angry with Israel and the war in Gaza.

Conclusion

The election is in April 2027. Mélenchon is now preparing his team and his plan.

Learning

🗝️ The 'Wants' Pattern

In this text, we see a very useful way to talk about goals and desires: Person + wants to + action

  • He wants to run...
  • He wants to tax...
  • He wants to protect...

Why this helps you (A2 level): Instead of using complex words for 'ambition' or 'intention', just use "wants to". It is the simplest way to explain a plan.

📊 Simple Numbers & Facts

Notice how the text gives information using the verb "to be" and basic numbers:

  • Age: Mélenchon is 74 years old.
  • Percentage: 22 percent of people voted.
  • Time: The election is in April 2027.

Quick Rule: Subject → is/are → Fact (Age/Date/Number)

🚫 The 'Cannot' Shortcut

Look at this sentence: "President Emmanuel Macron cannot run again."

Cannot = Can + Not Use this when something is impossible because of a rule or law. It is stronger and faster than saying "is not able to."

Vocabulary Learning

leader (n.)
person who leads or is in charge of a group
Example:The leader of the project will meet with everyone tomorrow.
run (v.)
to move fast on foot; also to operate or manage
Example:She likes to run in the park every morning.
election (n.)
a formal choice where people vote
Example:The election will be held next month.
president (n.)
head of a country or organization
Example:The president will give a speech tonight.
people (n.)
human beings in general
Example:Many people enjoy reading books.
vote (v.)
to choose by casting a ballot
Example:You should vote for the candidate you trust.
percent (n.)
a part of a hundred
Example:Ten percent of the students passed the test.
politics (n.)
activities related to government and public affairs
Example:He is interested in politics and wants to study it.
government (n.)
the group that runs a country
Example:The government announced new policies.
power (n.)
the ability to influence or control
Example:She has the power to make decisions.
tax (v.)
to charge money for services or goods
Example:The city will tax new businesses.
rich (adj.)
having a lot of money or wealth
Example:The rich man donated to charity.
nature (n.)
the natural world
Example:We should protect nature for future generations.
angry (adj.)
feeling strong displeasure
Example:He was angry when he heard the news.
war (n.)
a conflict between groups or countries
Example:The war lasted for many years.
team (n.)
a group working together
Example:Our team won the competition.
plan (n.)
a set of actions to achieve a goal
Example:She made a plan to study every day.