Marine Tondelier, a candidate for the French presidential election representing the political group Les Écologistes, spoke at the Fête de l’Humanité on Saturday, September 12, where she claimed that France is in a state of "climatic overindebtedness." This phrase refers to the idea that the country has accumulated too many environmental debts—such as greenhouse gas emissions and ecological damage—that it is now struggling to manage or repair. Tondelier used the event, which is a large annual gathering organized by the French Communist Party, to highlight the urgent need for stronger climate action in France. Tondelier also expressed doubts about the process of selecting a joint candidate in the upcoming primary organized by the Socialist Party and the Place publique movement. These two groups are collaborating to choose a single candidate to represent their combined forces in the presidential election. Tondelier pointed out that Les Écologistes, her political group, had been excluded from this process, which she believes undermines the inclusivity and effectiveness of the collaboration. The Fête de l’Humanité is a major political and cultural event in France, drawing thousands of attendees each year. It serves as a platform for various political figures to address social, economic, and environmental issues. Tondelier’s speech at the event underscored her party’s commitment to environmental sustainability and their frustration with being sidelined in broader left-wing alliances. The issue of climate policy has become increasingly central in French politics, especially as the country faces pressure to meet its international climate commitments. Tondelier’s remarks reflect a growing concern among environmentalists that current political processes may not be adequately addressing the scale of the climate crisis. Her comments are likely to fuel discussions about the role of smaller ecological parties in shaping France’s future environmental policies.