Society‘Everyone hates the police’ – what France’s school protests reveal about a divided nation

Hundreds of thousands of students have protested across France since the end of last month over staff shortages, run-down schools, crowded classes and other education problems. The demonstrations have turned violent and become a focal point in polarised politics. The government has pledged 3,000 extra supply teachers and a plan by the end of October, but students show little sign of backing down.

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