I want the French people to respect values that allow each individual to practice his or her faith, but in the frame of our common rules of secularism. - Francois Hollande 2 Share Now -
We are a big country, with lots of advantages and history. We are proud to be French. We have to call on patriotism at this time... to ask for an effort in the battle against debt. - Francois Hollande 3 Share Now -
The British people have decided to leave. It is a sad decision but one which I respect. The vote puts the European Union in difficulties. It must recognise its shortfalls. - Francois Hollande 5 Share Now -
Before you, I engage myself to serve my country with the devotion and the exemplary that this post demands. I understand responsibilities of the job and, as such, I give a republican salute to Nicolas Sarkozy who has led France for 5 years and who deserves all of our respect. - Francois Hollande 7 Share Now -
My real adversary has no name, no face, no party. It will never be elected, yet it governs - the adversary is the world of finance. - Francois Hollande 8 Share Now -
One thing that makes France different from other countries is the tradition of social solidarity. People from all backgrounds and political positions are willing to contribute for services and protection of society as a whole - but on the condition that money is being spent effectively and that everyone is paying their part. - Francois Hollande 9 Share Now -
I perfectly understood President Obama's attitude throughout the French presidential campaign. He had no reason to distance himself from Nicolas Sarkozy. It's the basic solidarity that leaders who worked together owe to each other. - Francois Hollande 10 Share Now -
