“If I become president, France will not continue with the same policies as under Nicolas Sarkozy - both in domestic policy and in foreign and European policy.”

François Hollande was a French politician and president. He served as France’s president from 2012 to 2017, known for his focus on economic reform and social issues, including his advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and environmental policies. His tenure was marked by responses to crises like the 2015 Paris attacks and debates over labor laws.