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France Descends into Authoritarianism Following Protests (scheerpost.com)

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[–] Showroom7561 -4 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I’d argue it’s a good thing.

It got France to this point (descent into authoritarianism), and you think that's a good thing?

Riots may have worked for France 800 years ago, but not in this modern world, I'm afraid.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 2 years ago

It got France to this point (descent into authoritarianism), and you think that's a good thing?

..... Do you know what the French historically do to authoritarians???

[–] [email protected] 8 points 2 years ago (1 children)

800 years ago

The most famously successful riots happened in 1789 (234 years ago). I'm sure you were just being hyperbolic, but its important to note that this isn't some relic of ancient history, its the cornerstone of their modern democracy.

[–] Showroom7561 -1 points 2 years ago

I’m sure you were just being hyperbolic, but its important to note that this isn’t some relic of ancient history

No, I mean 800 years ago, like the 1229 University of Paris strike (riot), but yes, there were many others that happened in the last <300 years.

Regardless, I think the impact of a modern day riot isn't nearly the same as one taking place hundreds of years ago.