Adélaïde Zulfikarparsic, who leads the society division at Ipsos BVA, a well-known market research firm in France, has pointed out a growing mismatch between what the French public cares about and the topics that presidential candidates are focusing on during the election campaign. In other words, the issues that voters think are most important are not always the ones that politicians are discussing on the campaign trail. This year, the French presidential race has seen an unusually high number of candidates running for office. With so many people vying for the presidency, the political discourse has become more fragmented. As a result, meaningful debates that could address the key concerns of the public have been overshadowed by the sheer volume of participants and the need for each candidate to stand out individually. Zulfikarparsic notes that while the candidates are often focused on differentiating themselves through personal narratives or policy proposals, the broader issues that affect everyday French citizens—such as the economy, healthcare, and social inequality—are not being addressed with the depth they require. This has led to a sense of disconnection among voters who feel their concerns are not being adequately represented in the campaign. The situation raises questions about the effectiveness of the current electoral process in reflecting the true priorities of the electorate. As the campaign continues, it will be important to see whether candidates adjust their messaging to better align with the expectations of the French people or if the gap between public opinion and political discourse remains wide.