Philippe Poutou Shifts from Politics to Books with Bordeaux Bookstore Venture
The former presidential candidate has decided not to run in 2027, focusing instead on opening 'Les 400 Coups' bookstore with Béatrice Walylo, reflecting their left-wing values.
- Philippe Poutou, a three-time presidential candidate for the Nouveau Parti Anticapitaliste (NPA), has officially confirmed his exit from active political campaigning.
- Poutou and his partner Béatrice Walylo have acquired the bookstore 'Les 400 Coups' in Bordeaux, which is set to reopen in May 2025.
- The couple is undergoing practical training in bookselling at the Libertalia bookstore in Montreuil to prepare for their new roles as libraires.
- The bookstore will reflect left-wing principles, staying true to Poutou’s political roots while serving as a cultural hub in Bordeaux.
- This career shift underscores a broader redefinition of Poutou’s public persona, marking a transition from political activism to entrepreneurial community engagement.
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