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French unions strike over budget cuts as students join protests
Original: French government rather cut public funding and beating up kids than tax the rich and stop fascist groups: “The protests
French unions staged a nationwide strike against the government's budget plans, which include €54 million in public spending cuts. High school pupils joined the action, and some posts accuse police of violence against young protesters. Critics say the government would rather cut funding and crack down on protesters than tax the wealthy or confront far-right groups. The strikes are part of ongoing opposition to the budget.
Why now: Fresh nationwide strike action over budget cuts, with student involvement and reports of police violence, has drawn attention.
French governmentFrench unionshigh school students
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- French government rather cut public funding and beating up kids than tax the rich and stop fascist groups: “The protests came as French unions went on strike over the government’s budget plans, which include €54m in public spending cuts." "High school pupils are taking action… · aSweetGentleman@mstdn.social · 3
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