We don’t know if he thinks about it every morning while shaving. In his latest book, A real desire to make a mess, Xavier Niel reveals political ambitions. Without knowing whether the founder of the Free operator is really serious.
“I would find it great to be mayor of Paris. Why not, one day, in twenty years, when I am old and I stop telecoms,” writes the billionaire in his book, as BFMTV reminds us. “I love my city. I find that the mayor is the one who is close, who is in contact with the French,” adds the founder of station F to France Inter.
“I don’t do politics”
Before quickly backpedaling, when a listener questions him about his lack of political commitment, while pointing out his “lack of courage”.
“I am not a politician, I do not do politics. […] I certainly lack the courage not to get involved, but it’s not my job,” tempers the telecoms magnate. If he really wants to get started, Xavier Niel can seek advice from Jean-Louis Missika, former deputy for town planning at Paris City Hall… and co-author of his book.
