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Anti-austerity strike sweeps France amid hopes of prolonged action

The French public has for years opposed austerity measures, which have deepened inequality, reduced workers’ rights and helped fuel record unemployment.

Ramin Mazaheri
Press TV, Paris

The French public has for years opposed austerity measures, which have deepened inequality, reduced workers’ rights and helped fuel record unemployment. A nationwide general strike has been called, and many wonder if the spark will ignite a long-term battle that will topple the right-wing economic dogma.