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Francois Hollande

I could have made a fortune in cheeseburgers, but I finally chose politics.

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Francois Hollande is saying that he had the opportunity to earn a lot of money by selling cheeseburgers, which represents an easy or profitable business choice. However, he decided to pursue a career in politics instead, implying a preference for public service over personal financial gain.

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