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Gérard Larcher marks 15 years dominating the French Senate
Original: Larcher règne en maître sur le Sénat depuis 15 ans. Sous ses airs bonhommes, ce chasseur convaincu, fan de la chasse à c
Gérard Larcher has presided over the French Senate for 15 years, and observers are revisiting how he has kept his grip on the chamber. Portraits describe him as an afffigure with a gentlemanly manner who is nonetheless a committed hunter and fan of hunting with hounds, with a keen strategic sense for outmanoeuvring his political opponents. Commentary highlights the contrast between his easygoing image and his firm command of Senate politics.
Why now: The 15-year milestone of his Senate presidency has prompted fresh profiles of his methods and personality.
Gérard LarcherFrench SenateLes Indiscrets
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