Dominique Baudis
French journalist and politician
Born
April 14th, 1947
77 years ago
Died
April 10th, 2014
10 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as a prominent journalist and politician in France. Held the position of Chairman of the French Broadcasting Authority. Established a solid reputation in journalism through work with various media outlets, including television and radio. Also served as the Mayor of Toulouse, where contributions to local governance were significant. Engaged in various political endeavors throughout the career, influencing public discourse in France.
Chairman of the French Broadcasting Authority
Mayor of Toulouse
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