My feeling is that maintaining financial independence is also a healthy way to keep my feet on the ground.

I know politics; I know the media.

Being First Lady is playing supporting act. I am not seeking notoriety and I am not seeking to grab the limelight.

I am, and remain, passionate about news.

I have never worn dresses by grands couturiers.

My perception of life is not to ask Francois Hollande, who isn't the father of my children, to support me financially.

I am a committed observer. I like staying in the background and seeing what's going on.