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Francois Bayrou's Leadership Style Raises Eyebrows Within His Party

Francois Bayrou's Leadership Style Raises Eyebrows Within His Party

Three months into his role as Prime Minister, Bayrou's unconventional methods spark surprise among supporters, notably in defense policy and communication strategy.
François Bayrou, appointed Prime Minister of France three months ago, is attracting attention for his distinctive approach to leadership, which appears to be disconcerting to some members of his own political camp.

Following a long-standing political career, Bayrou’s method diverges from traditional expectations, marked by a notable absence of clear communication strategies and public engagement typical of previous administrations.

On March 13, 2025, Bayrou's agenda focused heavily on defense matters, particularly in context of rising tensions with Russia as reported by President Emmanuel Macron.

His schedule included a breakfast meeting with key ministers, a significant conference at the Élysée Palace with seven ministers alongside President Macron, and an unexpected trip to the Global Industry Fair in Lyon.

This visit was particularly out of character, as he has undertaken only a handful of official travels outside of Paris and his hometown of Pau since taking office.

Insiders have described Bayrou's communication strategy as lacking the polished presentation usually expected from high-ranking officials.

His reluctance to participate in standard media engagements, such as evening news interviews or public rallies in provincial cities, distinguishes him from predecessors who often sought a direct connection with the populace.

Bayrou has reportedly joked about other leaders' needs to engage with the French public, stating, "My predecessors sometimes felt the need to meet the French..."

Criticism within his party underscores concerns regarding his effectiveness as a decisive leader.

François Goulard, the treasurer of the Horizons party, commented on Bayrou's tendency to be less action-oriented, suggesting that the Prime Minister is perceived as lacking concrete action plans.

In a separate context, a report from the French Ministry of the Interior, published on March 14, 2025, indicated that racially motivated crimes and hate incidents in France rose by 11% in 2024. The report highlighted over 16,000 recorded incidents, with a majority classified as insults and provocations.

This increase, albeit significant, was noted to be less severe compared to a 30% surge in 2023, which was largely attributed to heightened tensions related to the situation in the Middle East.

The findings compiled by police and gendarmerie also revealed that the majority of victims were men, aged between 25 to 54, with a notable representation of individuals of African descent.

Geographically, Paris was identified as having a strikingly higher rate of hate crimes, with figures three to four times above the national average, a situation partially linked to the city's appeal for both employment and tourism.

The report emphasized that while the elevated figures reflect an upward trend in hate-related incidents, they may also indicate increased public willingness to report such acts and improved responsiveness from law enforcement agencies.
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