About
Benoît Hamon is a French politician. He is known for his involvement with the Socialist Party (PS) and Party of European Socialists (PES). He also has his own political party called Génération.s. Hamon has advocated for policies such as universal basic income and environmental sustainability.
Career Timeline
Minister of Education
Appointed Minister of National Education, Higher Education and Research.
Presidential Election Loss
Runs as the Socialist Party's candidate but fails to advance to the second round.
Founds Génération.s
Founds a political movement focused on ecological and social issues, post-election.
European Parliament Election Loss
Génération.s fails to gain seats in the European Parliament election.
Continues Activism
Remains active in political discourse, advocating for progressive policies.
Focus on Social Issues
Engages with various organizations to promote environmental sustainability and equality.
Commentator on French Politics
Provides commentary on French politics and continues advocacy for progressive causes.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026