France protests: 300,000 march, hundreds detained

On September 29, more than 300,000 people demonstrated across France, including 70,000 in Paris, according to the CGT union, demanding more resources for the public sector. Hundreds were detained as student protests turned violent, and 411 high school students were arrested during blockades of lycées. The LFI party is testing its ability to mobilize young people for an insurrection after the presidential election, according to Jules Laurans. The demonstrations also focused on purchasing power.