Franck Allisio renounces list in Marseilles mayoral race amid left-wing alliance push
Following an "historic" first-round performance, RN candidate Franck Allisio has withdrawn his candidacy to avoid a split with Martine Vassal's coalition ahead of the second round on March 23rd in Marseille for municipal elections this year (Mar 17). Meanwhile, Payan announced he will run solo rather than joining an alliance despite early results suggesting victory. </think> TITLE: Franck Allisio renounces list; Mayoral race shifts to Vassal-Allies vs Solo and RN factions
Key Points
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1Franck Allisio of the National Rally withdrew his list in favor for Martine Vassal to lead them into the second round.
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2Allisio called on voters not to let Marseille fall under left-wing control and extended an open hand to all Marseillais regardless.
Developments
Perspectives
Franck Allisio has decided to withdraw from the municipal list in Marseille.
— [Mar 17, 09:54] Municipales à Marseille : Franck Allisio (RN) a dépose sa liste'Do not leave Marseille into Left hands': RN candidate Franck Allisio calls Martine Vassal to 'join him' for the second round.
— [Mar 16, 08:46] Ne pas laisser Marseille aux mains de la gauche : le candidat RN Franck Allisio appelle Martine Vassal à le rejoindre pour le deuxième tour'I extend my hand to all Marseillais', launches Franck Allisio on ICI Provence.
— [Mar 16, 04:57] Municipales à Marseille : Je tend la main aux tous les marseille lance francks alli sur ici provence'All is without triumphalism': Payan decides to go solo in the second round
— [April 23rd April Allisio and RN no triumphantism, payon decide leave alone