Student-led demonstrations have escalated into clashes with police, raising concerns over the use of force during protests. French media outlets have amplified criticism of demonstrators, framing them in terms that evoke historical stereotypes of "barbarians." The tension reflects broader debates about public order, media representation, and the treatment of dissent in contemporary society. Questions linger over whether the rhetoric risks deepening divisions rather than fostering dialogue.
Student protests, police violence and French media obsessed with 'barbarians'.
