Six months before the French presidential race, the 'socialist and democratic' left is thinning out the field of potential candidates somewhat. But behind the scenes, former President François Hollande is warming up to throw himself into the fray as the 'savior of the fatherland' in early 2027.
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Six months before the French presidential race, the 'socialist and democratic' left is thinning out the field of potential candidates somewhat. But behind the scenes, former President François Hollande is warming up to throw himself into the fray as the 'savior of the fatherland' in early 2027.
The former President of the Republic will announce his candidacy for the presidential office if the situation so demands, he says. In the meantime, he savors and cultivates his position as a seasoned politician, above the mound. German magazine Der Spiegel has followed on the eve of a debate with Édouard Philippe.