A recent controversy has arisen around Marine Le Pen after a close associate of her compared her to singer Mylène Farmer in the December 4th issue of Elle magazine. The comparison suggested that Le Pen 'understands gays like Mylène Farmer,' implying she shares similar 'wounds' with the LGBTQ+ community. This statement was intended to highlight Le Pen's perceived empathy for discriminated groups, as part of the RN's efforts to reshape its image and appeal to diverse voters, including the gay community. However, the analogy sparked strong reactions, with critics condemning it as inappropriate and offensive, citing Farmer's past disapproval of her music being used in political campaigns. The comparison was criticized on social media for trivializing discrimination and for misrepresenting both Le Pen and Farmer. Politicians and internet users alike condemned the remark, calling it a 'storytelling' tactic by the RN to craft a narrative of tolerance that many see as disingenuous. The controversy underscores ongoing debates about the RN’s efforts to modernize its image and the complex relationship between political discourse and LGBTQ+ issues.