But they were intended for a noble cause and brought France the reputation of being the “birthplace of the rights of man”. Instead, they were described as “protestors”, and the violence as a “self-organised, politically conscious social movement” fighting against “systemic racism”. Also Read | Violence in France is about pent-up anger against discriminationFrance has erupted on many occasions in the last six decades. France, by its constitutional traditions, doesn’t recognise any identity save the French national identity for its citizens. Also Read | France riots: A look at cases of police violence in the countryLike the racism debate in America, the immigrant debate in France too is mired in many myths and obvious exaggerations.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 08, 2023 03:04 UTC