Ecology Democracy Solidarity (French: Écologie Démocratie Solidarité) was a centre-left parliamentary group in the National Assembly of France.
At the time, it was said to have 58 members,[1][2] but the anticipated number fell to 20[3] after intense pressure on potential defectors to stay in the La République En Marche group.
The party's co-presidents were announced as Paula Forteza and Matthieu Orphelin, with Cédric Villani and Delphine Batho serving as vice-presidents.
held a 313 deputies and a majority in the National Assembly after the 2017 French legislative election, previous defections had reduced their numbers and the formation of Ecology Democracy Solidarity left La République En Marche!
Policies included a €5bn of funding for local authorities to use on green or social projects, tax reform and the possible restoration of France's wealth tax, a universal basic income, protection of animal rights, a constitutional commitment to climate preservation and biodiversity, compulsory paternity leave and the "reshoring" of industries in France and Europe.