Posted on Sep 07, 2025 / World

In a sweeping call for systemic change, French citizens have mobilized the “Bloquons Tout” protest, urging widespread boycotts and strikes starting September 10 in response to deepening economic hardship and political disillusionment. Organizers of Les Essentiels demand radical reforms—everything from eliminating political parties to instituting direct democracy and potentially exiting the EU. The campaign reflects rising public frustration over crumbling public services and mounting living costs. As Prime Minister Bayrou faces likely dismissal over unpopular budget cuts, these protests could redefine France’s political trajectory. Observers suggest it may rival the scale of the 2018 gilets jaunes mobilizations.
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