Ségolène Royal, a prominent figure in France’s Socialist Party, has asked those not participating in the party’s primary election to "be discreet" and "remain silent" until the results are known. She urged non-participants to "refrain from criticizing it, be quiet, and respect us," emphasizing unity among the left-wing coalition. Her comments were aimed at left-wing figures who are not participating in the primary but still have presidential ambitions, with François Hollande being a key target. Although Hollande is not yet an official candidate, he holds 7% in recent polls and has expressed skepticism about the value of primaries, noting that they can bring momentum but also come with significant costs. Among the critics of the primary is Karim Bouamrane, the Socialist mayor of Saint-Ouen, who has called the process a "closed" selection that "costs a lot." Royal acknowledged that the primary is "not an easy exercise," but she believes it has the potential to bring surprises. She encouraged people to trust voters and participate despite the 15 euro cost, which she attributed to Raphael Glucksmann, a party member and businessman who is funding the event. The Socialist Party’s primary is set for mid-October, with voting taking place on October 9-10 and 16-17. The primary is part of a broader effort by the left to unify behind a single candidate for the 2027 presidential election. On Sunday, October 4, at 8:45 p.m., BFMTV will host a major event titled "You, President," presented by Apolline de Malherbe and Maxime Switek in partnership with the newspaper Libération. This event is seen as a key moment in shaping the left’s political strategy and public perception ahead of the primary.