François Ruffin
François Marcel Joseph Bernard Ruffin is a French journalist, filmmaker, author and politician. The editor-in-chief of the satirical quarterly Fakir, which he founded, he is best known for directing the 2016 film Merci patron! as well as for playing an instrumental role in the formation of the Nuit debout movement in France.
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Jul 10, 2026
Lean Left
The deputy and former LFI member launched his presidential campaign tour in Gironde, attending a 'Camping' film anniversary event.
Praised for pursuing a social-ecological presidential bid outside the primary process, rallying popular support against the Macronist and far-right threats.
Jun 15, 2026
Far Left
Ruffin proposed a left-wing historical theme park (Puy du Fou de gauche), drawing criticism from historians about instrumentalizing history.
LFI supports Ruffin's goal of countering far-right narratives but agrees with historians that the project must be scientifically rigorous.