A new survey reveals that 46% of Muslim French citizens would consider leaving if Marine Le Pen wins the 2027 election, driven by fears of discrimination and the proposed veil ban.
Survey highlights Muslim concerns
According to an Ifop survey conducted for Marianne, 46 percent of Muslim French citizens surveyed would consider moving abroad if Marine Le Pen were to win the 2027 presidential election. Among all Muslims surveyed, 20 percent state that they would definitely leave. Fear of discrimination rises
More than eight out of ten Muslim respondents fear an increase in aggressions and discrimination against them. These concerns are particularly linked to the National Rally's proposal to ban the veil in public spaces. Other groups also express worry
This prospect of departure also concerns 44 percent of those surveyed who follow Judaism and 43 percent of voters for La France insoumise. These figures express declared intentions in response to a potential victory by Marine Le Pen. Underlying fear of Islamophobia
Behind these figures lies a real fear. Due to hostile speeches, discrimination, and polemics targeting their religion, many Muslims no longer feel safe in France. Islamophobia weighs on their daily lives to such an extent that some consider leaving their own country. Exile as a response to hostility
This is where such determination leads: citizens end up considering exile in order to live in peace. Those who fuel this hostility, normalize it, or provide it with a platform every day bear a heavy responsibility. Poll reflects political tensions
Creating a desire among French citizens to flee their own country is the result of their determination. As opinion polls regularly show Marine Le Pen as the winner of the next presidential election, an Ifop survey for Marianne analyzes the reaction of the French population in such a scenario.
