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Hollande and the 'Karcher moment' that wasn't

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François Hollande says his style is the opposite of Nicolas Sarkozy's... Yet the media couldn't help drawing comparisons with his predecessor’s style as Hollande visited a troubled suburb following a double shooting. In 2005 as Interior Minister, Sarkozy famously promised a resident that he'd clean the neighbourhood of its "scum". So how did Hollande deal with a similar moment?

MEDIAWATCH
By James CREEDON
François Hollande, behind the scenes
15/05/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

François Hollande, behind the scenes

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Angelina's choice
14/05/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

Angelina's choice

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Toulon prostitute remembered by 'grateful sailors'
13/05/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

Toulon prostitute remembered by 'grateful sailors'

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Bob Dylan and the Legion of Honour
10/05/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

Bob Dylan and the Legion of Honour

He has already been awarded the President's Medal of Freedom by Barack Obama, but France seems to be doubting whether Bob Dylan deserves the Legion of Honour. Also, a French anti-racism group sues a national bank, seeking the return of money Haiti paid for the abolition of slavery in 1825. Finally, Mao Zedong's wealthy granddaughter, plus historical figures reimagined for today.
From Japan with Love
09/05/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

From Japan with Love

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