The French presidential campaign has officially begun, with candidates actively seeking public support ahead of the election. Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right National Rally party, continues to lead in voter intention surveys. Meanwhile, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a leftist candidate from the New Ecological and Social People’s Union, is gaining momentum. In the center of the political spectrum, Édouard Philippe, a candidate from the centrist Horizons party, is trying to hold his position in the polls against other moderate rivals like Gabriel Attal and Bruno Retailleau. Édouard Philippe has positioned himself as a centrist alternative, focusing on policies that aim to bridge the gap between left and right. However, one issue is expected to pose a challenge for him: the reform of France’s pension system. This topic has long been a source of public debate and political tension due to its impact on millions of workers and retirees. Philippe’s proposal to set the legal retirement age at 67 years has drawn criticism from various quarters. While he argues that raising the retirement age is necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the pension system, opponents argue that it disproportionately affects lower-income workers and those in physically demanding jobs. This stance has made him a target for both left-wing and far-right candidates who have criticized his position as either too conservative or not progressive enough. As the campaign gains momentum, Philippe faces the challenge of defending his pension policy while maintaining his appeal to a broad electorate. His ability to address concerns about fairness and economic stability will be crucial in determining whether he can hold his ground in the polls and ultimately succeed in the election.