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Jospin

British

/ ʒospɛ̃ /

noun

Lionel ( Robert ) born 1937, French politician; prime minister (1997–2002)

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"Lionel Jospin modernised the nation's economic, social and democratic life in an unprecedented manner."

From Barron's ● Mar. 26, 2026

France on Thursday bid farewell to former prime minister Lionel Jospin, with President Emmanuel Macron leading a national tribute to the influential left‑wing statesman credited with major welfare reforms.

From Barron's ● Mar. 26, 2026

Jospin, who introduced the 35-hour work week and civil partnerships for gay couples when he was head of government from 1997 to 2002, died on Sunday aged 88.

From Barron's ● Mar. 26, 2026

Humbled, Jospin immediately announced that he was leaving politics.

From BBC ● Mar. 23, 2026

Born in the Paris suburb of Meudon in 1937, Jospin was the son of a well-known Socialist activist.

From BBC ● Mar. 23, 2026

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