Bildung: Schülerproteste in Frankreich erreichen neuen Höhepunkt
Schüler, Studenten, Eltern und Gewerkschaften – die Proteste für bessere Schulen weiten sich aus. Warum der Innenminister den Einsatz von Granaten und Gummigeschossen verteidigt.
Paris, August 9, 2022 - A wave of student protests in France demanding improved school conditions has reached a new level, with nationwide actions taking place over the past week. Demonstrations erupted in numerous gymnasiums and universities, with blockades occurring in Paris and other major cities. For the first time, trade unions joined the protests, accompanied by teachers and parents who aimed to protect their children.
Police mobilized a large force and confronted the youth demonstrators in several cities, dressed in heavy gear. The police faced criticism for using excessive force, with young protesters criticizing the use of tear gas on young people. One placard read, "Use tear gas against rapists, not minors," during a protest in Marseille. The General Inspectorate of Police is investigating incidents where demonstrators were injured by officers.
The Gymnasial Teachers' Union (USL) reported that 1,800 schools across France were blocked or closed as a precaution. Additionally, 90% of universities were blocked. According to the Ministry of Education, instruction at 891 gymnasiums was either fully or partially suspended. French media reported that between 150,000 and 200,000 demonstrators were expected, citing figures from the Interior Ministry.
In Paris, a protest march scheduled for the early afternoon was anticipated to draw between 20,000 and 40,000 participants.
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