The French Socialist Party (PS) is holding a primary election to choose its official candidate for the upcoming presidential election. The vote is set for mid-October and will help decide between two main contenders: Olivier Faure, the current party leader, and Raphaël Glucksmann, a well-known figure from the left-wing group Place publique. This primary is a crucial step for the PS as it seeks to unify its base and present a strong candidate against other political forces. A major concern for the party is voter turnout. In 2017, over two million people participated in a similar primary, but this year, the PS is expecting a much smaller number—possibly as low as 100,000 participants. To boost engagement, the party held a press conference on September 8, where Socialist mayor of Nantes, Johanna Rolland, stressed the importance of the vote. She said that every French person should feel that the outcome has real consequences for the nation's future and the everyday lives of its citizens. The primary is primarily conducted online, with a participation fee of 15 euros for those not affiliated with the organizing parties. Candidates had until September 15 to officially declare their candidacy, meeting specific eligibility requirements. The results of the first round are expected to be announced on October 10, with a potential second round scheduled for October 17 if no candidate secures a majority in the first round. This process is vital for the PS as it tries to position itself in the upcoming election, which will determine the next president of France.