Nicolas Sarkozy is known for his desire to revitalize the French economy. He has pledged to revive work ethic, promote new initiatives, and fight intolerance. In foreign affairs, he has promised a strengthening of friendly relations with the United Kingdom and closer cooperation with the United States. His approach to politics is characterized by energy and a commitment to reform.
In his international bestseller, France's leading presidential candidate and outspoken interior minister calls for an end to French arrogance and complacency and serves up some bracing news to his countrymen and the world.