Valérie Simonet, who ranked third in the first round of elections, has decided to persevere and stay in the race for the second round despite the intimidation messages she claims to receive on social media.
Valérie Simonet files complaint for online harassment
Valérie Simonet, a candidate from the right-wing party and president of the Departmental Council of Creuse, has decided to file a complaint against unknown individuals for online harassment, according to information from France Bleu Creuse reported on Wednesday, July 3rd. The complaint was filed at the Guéret police station.
Calls for withdrawal and decision to stay in the race for the second round
In the first round of elections, Valérie Simonet came in third place. Despite several calls for her withdrawal, the right-wing candidate chose to stay in the race for the second round. She explained to France Bleu Creuse that she was a victim of intimidation messages and threats on social media.
At the same time, a petition is circulating on the internet to encourage Valérie Simonet to withdraw. She responded by stating: «I am very shocked by this petition circulating on a national scale. Messages flooding my social media, my messages, intimidation messages that look like threats. And today I question those who supposedly want to engage in a democratic process with dignity.»
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