Bordeaux Mayor Pierre Hurmic officially announced his candidacy for a second term in the upcoming municipal elections next March. The announcement came this Friday morning,signaling a continuation of his leadership in the city.
“Bordeaux en confiance”
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hurmic, the 70-year-old ecologist who first took office in 2020, is running under the slogan “Bordeaux en confiance” (Bordeaux in confidence). Six years ago, he narrowly defeated incumbent Nicolas Florian to secure his current position.
A Mandate Shaped by Crisis and Distrust
Following a first term marked by the COVID-19 crisis and what he describes as a withdrawal of state support, Hurmic aims to continue his work during what he calls a “moment of democratic fracture.” He stated, “We are in a climate of political distrust and at a time when the state is faltering, we are here, every day.” While he has not yet detailed his platform, Hurmic intends to build upon the foundations laid during his initial term, prioritizing social cohesion, according to First Deputy Mayor Claudine Bichet.
A Renewed Team,Rooted in civic Engagement
Mirroring his approach in 2020,Hurmic announced a candidate list comprised of 50% representatives from left-leaning political parties (Socialist Party,Communist Party,Generations S) and 50% individuals from civil society. The full list will be presented next month.
During a 30-minute address, Hurmic emphasized that “becoming mayor is not a stepping stone to national positions or a plan B.” This was widely interpreted as a pointed remark directed at former minister Thomas Cazenave, who is also running for mayor of Bordeaux, representing the center and right.
