Following the violence and vandalism that have recently affected several French municipalities, the Association of Mayors of France (AMF) is calling on municipalities to organize a republican gathering in front of their town halls. The commune of Taillades is joining this mobilization to express its solidarity with the elected officials, public servants, residents, and shopkeepers who have been victims of these events.
Sonia Haquet, Mayor of Taillades, strongly condemned these acts: “The freedom to protest is a fundamental right of our democracy. But nothing can justify the violence, the destruction, and the difficulties they cause for people who are not involved. It is essential to distinguish between peaceful demonstrators and those who take advantage of these mobilizations to commit acts of vandalism.”
The municipality invites the residents of Taillades to gather on Monday, October 19th, 2026 at 12 PM in front of the Taillades town hall. This gathering will be an opportunity to collectively reaffirm our commitment to dialogue, respect for institutions, and the values of the Republic.
