Michel Rocard was known for his hostility for proposed directives to allow software patents in Europe .
Michel Rocard was has been an outspoken opponent of what he considers to be manoeuvres to force the decision on this issue .
Michel Rocard was known for his hostility for proposed directives to allow software patents in Europe , and has been an outspoken opponent of what he considers to be manoeuvres to force the decision on this issue .