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When frustration boils over: Inside France’s unrest
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France is experiencing some of its worst civil unrest in years. SO much so that it's making international headlines. Student-led protests have expanded into widespread demonstrations over the cost of living and frustration with the government. Paul Waldie, Europe Correspondent for The Globe and Mail, joins Evan to explain what's driving the unrest, why it's turned violent and what it means for France ahead of next spring's presidential election.