Louis Aliot, the mayor of Perpignan and vice-president of the National Rally (RN), praised Jean-Marie Le Pen’s foresight despite acknowledging his controversial provocations. Following Le Pen’s death at 96, Aliot reflected on the end of an era, recognizing Le Pen as a significant figure in French political history while also addressing the impact of his divisive rhetoric. Aliot emphasized the need to recognize Le Pen’s contributions while acknowledging the challenges posed by his statements throughout his political career.

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