The education protests in France are a manifestation of student dissatisfaction with President Macron’s policies, which have led to increased student poverty and housing problems.
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France protests are ‘outburst of resentment’ against Macron
French student union spokesperson Alice Cohen-Morzadec says the education protests there reflect growing anger over President Macron’s policies that have left students in poverty and facing housing insecurity.
Published On 20 Oct 2026
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