Ralf Schumacher's friend supports France's rights
Ralf Schumacher Receives Many Positive Reactions After Coming-Out, Lives Happily with Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne
Ralf Schumacher received many positive reactions after coming out as gay at the age of 49. His relationship with Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne brings much joy not only to his son David but also to many friends, fans, and celebrities. However, some skepticism has mixed in the joy over Ralf Schumacher's romance. Details about Bousquet-Cassagne's past have come to light, which may raise eyebrows.
Ralf Schumacher is gay, and many are proud and happy about it, including his former Formula 1 racing driver. His ex-wife Cora Schumacher, who is also David's mother, has not expressed her feelings about her ex-husband's late coming-out.
While she had little luck in love recently, Ralf Schumacher has been in a steady relationship for several years. He introduced his partner to the public at the same time as his coming-out: the Frenchman Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne. There are even rumors that they might be engaged. Photos of Ralf Schumacher show a ring on his right hand for a long time.
Some are now expressing skepticism about the romance of the ex-racer. Initially, not much was known about Bousquet-Cassagne's identity. However, details about his past have now become public. A past in which he was politically active for many years - for the French right-wing populists led by Marine Le Pen.
Influenced by Upbringing
A photo from 2013 shows Bousquet-Cassagne next to the right-wing extremist politician, surrounded by a crowd of reporters. There are also other photos of him at campaign events. As the French newspaper "La Dépêche" reported earlier, Bousquet-Cassagne worked for the party Rassemblement National, which was called Front National until 2018, for about 13 years. He did not only work as a simple party soldier but also held political offices such as city and national councillor.
Politically influenced was Bousquet-Cassagne's friend not least by his upbringing. His father Serge Bousquet-Cassagne made a name for himself as a conservative lobbyist for agriculture. "My father took me to all the demonstrations he organized. I come from a farming family and have been aware of this profession and the injustices inflicted on it since my childhood," said Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne in an interview with "La Dépêche" in 2017. And further: "When I joined the Front, it was out of conviction and because I supported the ideas."
Bousquet-Cassagne announced his withdrawal from the party in 2020, which he had joined as an 18-year-old. He stated that he had decided to "end all my political activities." However, a look at his Instagram page suggests something different. He still follows the Rassemblement National and Marine Le Pen's personal account.
Party Walks a Tightrope
A glance at Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne's Instagram page suggests something else. He still follows the Rassemblement National and Marine Le Pen's personal account. It is unclear whether he is still a member of the party.
Regarding the topic of homosexuality, the Rassemblement National has been walking a tightrope for years. Le Pen positions herself as a protector of homosexuals, who may face hostility from the Muslim or migrant community. At the same time, her party is actively campaigning against "LGBT propaganda" and "gender ideology."
Ralf Schumacher's partner, Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne, has a political background, having worked for the French right-wing populist party Rassemblement National for about 13 years. Despite announcing his withdrawal from the party in 2020, he continues to follow their account on Instagram.
The National Rally, formerly known as the Front National, has walked a fine line on the issue of homosexuality. Their leader, Marine Le Pen, poses as a guardian against potential discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community, yet they are also vocal opponents of "LGBT propaganda" and "gender ideology."
Ralf Schumacher's nationality is German, and he was raised in a country known for its history of legal populism, with parties like the National Democratic Party (NPD) gaining considerable support in the past. However, Germany has made significant strides in promoting equal rights for all, including the LGBTQ+ community.
Celebrity couples, like Ralf Schumacher and Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne, contribute to the normalization of homosexuality in the entertainment industry and beyond, helping to break down stereotypes and promote acceptance and equality.
