François Bayrou advocates a “transformation of French governance” according to DIRECT

Legislative: François Bayrou Pleads For a “Change in the Way of Governing France”

\n\nThe leader of the French centrist party, François Bayrou, calls for a radical transformation of the way France is governed. The leader of Modem, a regular on the French political spectrum, has publicly expressed his desire to see a change in the way of governing the country during the next legislative elections.\n\n

Need for a Political Overhaul

\n\nBayrou is not shy of criticism of the way France is currently run. According to him, contemporary policies and bureaucratic approaches are no longer satisfactory. The nation, in his opinion, needs a more modern approach and a change in the way it is governed.\n\n“The challenges we face as a nation are enormous, and current methods are simply not up to the task,” insisted Bayrou. France, according to him, needs “a real paradigm shift”. It is not enough just to change the people at the head of government, but also the system they use.\n\n

Bayrou’s Proposals

\n\nWhat exactly does François Bayrou mean by change in the way of governing France ? The leader of Modem proposes to further decentralize power, thus offering the regions more autonomy and legitimacy. It also encourages better transparency of government decisions, as well as more active participation of citizens in decision-making. \n\nFor Bayrou, France's politics have too often been confined to the offices of the Élysée and Matignon. He imagines a future where ordinary citizens have a voice and where decisions are made both on the ground and in Paris.\n\n

The Role of Legislatives

\n\nFrançois Bayrou sees in the legislative an opportunity to implement this political transformation. The legislative elections, which are expected to take place in 2022, are an opportunity for the French to choose not only their representatives, but also the type of government they want. \n\nHaving already expressed his support for the democratic renewal initiative, Bayrou believes that the next elections can be the first step towards a more modern, more open and more responsive France. He therefore calls on the French to seize this opportunity and vote for change. \n\n