A forthcoming book by Aurélien Taché, a member of the LFI (La France insoumise) parliamentary group, is set to be published by Fayard, a publishing house owned by Vincent Bolloré, who also controls other major publishing companies such as Grasset. This announcement has sparked controversy within LFI and among authors linked to the États Généreux movement, a group advocating for authors' rights and reforms in the publishing industry. Jean-Yves Mollier, a historian and writer, has called the decision a "true stab in the back" for the 520 authors involved in the movement, who have been working to reduce Bolloré's influence in the publishing sector. The États Généreux movement has been active since 2025, with its members opposing Bolloré's dominance in publishing. LFI members had previously supported these authors, including those from Fayard and Grasset, in their efforts to resist Bolloré's control. On September 15, 2026, Mathilde Panot, president of the LFI parliamentary group, stated that Taché's decision to publish with Fayard was a personal choice and emphasized that LFI still supports authors fighting against Bolloré's influence. However, Mollier and others argue that this stance is inconsistent with LFI's earlier support for authors who had rejected publishing with Bolloré's companies. Aurélien Taché has defended his decision, stating that he needs visibility to promote his ideas on the decolonization of the French language and that he is willing to use Bolloré's media platforms to spread his message. Critics, including some within LFI, argue that this decision undermines the efforts of the États Généreux movement. The movement has called for changes to copyright law, including a clause of trust, to ensure fairer treatment of authors. Some LFI members have expressed disappointment with Taché's choice, while others have raised questions about the consistency of LFI's position on this issue. The controversy highlights the tensions between individual choices and collective advocacy within political and cultural movements. While Taché emphasizes the importance of visibility for his message, critics argue that his decision may send conflicting signals to those fighting for greater autonomy in the publishing world. The situation underscores the complex relationship between politics, publishing, and authorship in contemporary France.