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Francoise GatelFrench politician
Date of Birth: 14.03.1953
Country:  France |
Content:
- Françoise Gatel: A Distinguished French Politician
- Early Political Involvement
- Ascent to the French Senate
- Role in the French Senate
- Presidential Primary Involvement
- Current Electoral Positions
Françoise Gatel: A Distinguished French Politician
Early Life and EducationFrançoise Gatel was born on March 14, 1953, in Rochefort-en-Terre, France. After completing her DESS degree in corporate management, she embarked on her professional career in 1976 as a mission leader at the Rennes Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Early Political Involvement
Gatel's political journey began in 2001 when she led the right-wing list in municipal elections in the town of Chateugiron and was subsequently elected mayor. She successfully defended her mayorship in both 2008 and 2014, serving until September 2017 when she stepped down due to legislation prohibiting the兼任多种职务. She also held the presidency of the Association of Mayors of the department of Ille-et-Vilaine.
Ascent to the French Senate
In 2014, Gatel's political career reached a new milestone when she was elected vice-president of the Association of Mayors of France. The same year, she secured the second position on a joint right-wing party list in the senatorial elections for Ille-et-Vilaine and was duly elected to the Senate.
Role in the French Senate
As a member of the Senate, Gatel serves on the Constitutional Regulation, Legislation, Universal Suffrage, Rules and General Administration Commission. She has been an active participant in parliamentary debates and decision-making processes.
Presidential Primary Involvement
In the 2016 Republican presidential primary, Gatel supported Alain Juppé's candidacy. However, she publicly withdrew her endorsement of François Fillon after the scandal surrounding his campaign finances.
Current Electoral Positions
- March 18, 2001 - September 22, 2017: Mayor of Chateugiron- September 28, 2014 - Present: Senator from the department of Ille-et-Vilaine
- September 23, 2017 - Present: Member of the Chateugiron Municipal Council
