Tens of thousands rally across France as high school protests gather strength
Summary
Tens of thousands of people across France joined protests supporting high school students who are upset about poor school conditions and police actions. These protests add to growing public discontent with President Emmanuel Macron’s government ahead of upcoming demonstrations about the rising cost of living.Key Facts
- About 480,000 people rallied nationwide on Tuesday, according to unions, with the official count at 161,500 by the interior ministry.
- The protests support high school students who have been striking to demand better school resources and treatment.
- Clashes occurred in Paris and Lyon, including cars set on fire and police using tear gas.
- Swedish activist Greta Thunberg participated in one of the protests near Paris.
- University students, teachers, unions, and the far-left party France Unbowed joined the demonstrations.
- Protesters want dialogue with the government instead of police repression.
- The protests come six months before France’s presidential election, with Macron completing his final term.
- The government is facing challenges passing a cost-cutting budget amid concerns about rising national debt.
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