“Legislative power unfolds here” is a statement one might hear within the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône. This is one of the sixteen legislative districts in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. It resides in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region.
The Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône is situated within Marseille. Specifically it covers the 15th and 16th arrondissements. It also includes a portion of the 14th arrondissement. This area sends a representative to the National Assembly. Sébastien Delogu from La France insoumise currently holds this position.
Let’s delve into the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône history. From 1958 to 1986, it encompassed the 3rd arrondissement of Marseille. It also included certain offices in the 4th arrondissement.
Between 1986 and 2012, the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône was in northern Marseille. This is a largely urban area. It included the cantons of Marseille-Notre-Dame-Limite. Also Marseille-Saint-Barthélemy and Marseille-Saint-Just were included. The population in 2006 was estimated to be 110,517 residents.
Since 2012 the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône includes parts of the 14th arrondissement. It is located west of a specific line defined by several streets. These include Rue des Frères-Cubbedu and Boulevard Paul-Arène. The 15th and 16th arrondissements are also included in this area.
Over the years the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône has been represented by various political figures. Paul Cermolacce from the PCF held the seat for several terms. Jeanine Porte also from the PCF followed him. Michel Pezet and Sylvie Andrieux from the PS also served. Henri Jibrayel also from the PS held the position. Saïd Ahamada from LREM was a representative. Currently Sébastien Delogu represents the area.
The political landscape of the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône has seen diverse outcomes. In 1958 Paul Cermolacce won the election. He beat Dominique Tramoni and Joseph Barbier. In 1962 Cermolacce won again. He defeated Paul Gaillet and Dominique Tramoni.
In 1967 Paul Cermolacce secured another victory. He won against Maurice Gastal and Marcel Paoli. In 1968 Cermolacce again prevailed. He beat Donat Tafani and Marcel Paoli. In 1973 Cermolacce remained in office. He defeated Marcel Paoli and Donat Tafani.
The 1978 election saw Jeanine Porte elected. She beat Jules Rocca-Serra and Pierre Castel. In 1981 Jean-Jacques Léonetti won. He defeated Jeanine Porte and Francis Cousigné. Michel Pezet won the election in 1988. He prevailed against Pascal Arrighi and Jeanine Porte.
Bernard Leccia won in 1993. He beat Maurice Gros and Jeanine Porte. Sylvie Andrieux was elected in 1997. She defeated Maurice Gros and Francis Caccinttolo. In 2002 Sylvie Andrieux secured reelection. She won against Stéphane Ravier and Marie-Jeanne Fay-Bocognani. Sylvie Andrieux won again in 2007. She beat Nora Remadnia-Preziosi and Stéphane Ravier.
Henri Jibrayel won the 2012 election. He defeated Bernard Marandat and Karim Zéribi. In 2017 Saïd Ahamada was elected. He beat Sophie Grech and Henri Jibrayel. Sébastien Delogu won the 2022 election. He defeated Arezki Selloum and Saïd Ahamada.
These elections reflect the changing political currents within the Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône. The Septième circonscription des Bouches-du-Rhône remains a dynamic area. Its political representatives reflect its diverse population. Its history continues to evolve with each election. The upcoming elections in 2024 promise further shifts. Sébastien Delogu will face challenges from Arezki Selloum and Hayat Atia. The voters will decide the next chapter in this district’s story.