During the opening session of the centrist MoDem party, François Bayrou, the party's president, called for a broad political primary that would span from the right to the moderate left. This proposal, which Bayrou has been pushing since the summer, is aimed at creating a "grand central current" — a coalition that brings together diverse political groups to form a strong, unified front. He criticized current declared candidates Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal, arguing they lack the "legitimacy" required to represent such a wide coalition. Speaking on Friday, September 18, at the start of MoDem’s university session in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (Vaucluse), Bayrou warned about the growing influence of two far-right parties, the National Rally and France Unbowed. He described their increasing presence in elections as a "risk that aggravates every day," emphasizing that their combined or individual dominance could have "deadly consequences" for the country. According to Bayrou, no single political force — whether from the right, left, or center — can realistically lead France without a broad, legitimate majority, especially after the upcoming presidential and legislative elections. Bayrou argued that the only way to counter this political challenge is by building a large coalition capable of uniting different political currents. "It is only if we are capable of building this large ensemble, this great coalition, that we have a small chance, and to win the election, and to lead the country to face the extreme difficulties that are ahead of us," he said. This vision contrasts with the traditional model of primaries, which are usually confined to a single political camp. Bayrou emphasized that MoDem's approach is fundamentally different, aiming to bridge ideological divides rather than reinforce them. The president of MoDem has consistently advocated for this inclusive primary model, believing that the current candidates do not embody the legitimacy needed to lead such a coalition. His proposal reflects a broader strategy to create a centrist movement that can appeal to a wide range of voters, ensuring a more stable and unified political landscape in France.