That's what life is like as a first deputy in a capital like Paris.
Appear all smiles behind the mayor's shoulder for the inauguration of the Adidas Arena, the new sports complex at Porte de la Chapelle for the Olympic Games.
Replace at short notice the city councilor at ceremonies, such as the tribute paid Wednesday to the former Minister of Justice, Robert Badinter.
But above all, above all, it is not to make waves, even in the event of a big storm, to preserve the sacrosanct solidarity of the Parisian executive.
Anne Hidalgo followed this discipline when she was Bertrand Delanoë's number two (2001-2014).
From now on, it is the daily life of Emmanuel Grégoire, first deputy of the socialist mayor.
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However, a gulf exists between their two experiences.
At the time, Anne Hidalgo could be patient.
Bertrand Delanoë very early on designated her as his only runner-up.
Emmanuel Grégoire is not so lucky.
Even if his legs are tingling, and repeat…
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