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Francois Hollande

Each country has a soul, and France's soul is equality.

Equality

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Francois Hollande means that the core identity or spirit of France is deeply connected to the idea that everyone should be treated fairly and have the same rights. This belief in fairness and equal treatment is what defines the nation's character above other values.

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