François Hollande’s Affair: Scandal Reveals a Changing France -- Time
A French magazine's exposé into the French President's love-life marks a departure from the country's previous nonchalance over the peccadilloes of its premiers
The esteem reserved for the right to privacy in France is perhaps best expressed by an old French proverb: “In order to live happily, live hidden.” For generations, this was more than a cheeky excuse for the French to keep their dirty secrets. It was more like a national philosophy, part of a culture that elevated infidelity to an element of style. But in the Internet age, that philosophy has begun to seem a bit naïve, as national traditions of tact and good taste tend to get steamrolled these days by the universal laws of curiosity. France is no longer an exception.
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More News On The François Hollande Affair
French President Francois Hollande accused of having affair with actress Julie Gayet -- Sydney Morning Herald
Francois Hollande under pressure after affair report -- BBC
Magazine alleges French president having affair with actress -- The Nation
Hollande under pressure after affair report -- Business Standard
Report: French president mulls legal action over claim of affair with actress -- CNN
French President Hollande considers legal action over affair allegations -- Globe and Mail/New York Times
Magazine promises to remove claims of François Hollande affair from website -- The Guardian
Gossip magazine sells out as Hollande’s alleged affair fascinates French public -- Irish Times
President Francois Hollande's ' affair' tests French privacy limits -- Hugh Schofield, BBC
The women in François Hollande's life -- The Telegraph
My Comment: His attempt to disguise himself by putting on a motorcycle helmet makes him look even more foolish. As to how this will impact him politically .... I will say zero.
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