Bloomberg Talks French Senator Conway-Mouret Talks Country’s Next Prime Minister
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Sep 9, 2025 
Hélène Conway-Mouret, a French Socialist Party Senator, shares her insights following a confidence vote that toppled Francois Bayrou's administration. She discusses her party's vision for France's next government amidst a backdrop of political instability. The conversation delves into the tension between socialist policies and the private sector, along with the implications of tax reforms. Conway-Mouret also addresses how France's political challenges affect its international standing, particularly regarding security and diplomacy in light of the Ukraine conflict.
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Stability Is Macron’s Immediate Need
- Emmanuel Macron needs stability and cannot keep changing prime ministers each year.
- Hélène Conway-Mouret argues the left, which came first in elections, should be called to govern for visibility and stability.
Coalitions Require New Political Math
- Building a working parliamentary majority will require new coalition habits and careful arithmetic.
- Conway‑Mouret says Socialists must seek compromises and examine every vote to see if figures can add up.
Avoid Media-Only Campaigning
- Change the tactic of relying on media spectacle and unilateral decisions when building support in Parliament.
- Instead, engage MPs directly and prepare the Senate and Assembly through sustained negotiation.