Mélenchon backs student protests, calls for lower voting age

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How did the left and right cover Mélenchon backs student protests, calls for lower voting age?

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Which outlets covered Mélenchon backs student protests, calls for lower voting age?

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What did Jean-Luc Mélenchon propose at his rally?

At his rally in Clermont-Ferrand, Jean-Luc Mélenchon proposed lowering the voting age to 16 and ending selective university admissions. He also expressed strong support for the high school student protest movement.

What is the Parcoursup platform?

Parcoursup is the French national platform for university admissions. Mélenchon has called for its abolition, describing it as an 'ignominy' and stating that universities should not be a market.

What are the student protests about?

The student protests in France have been driven by concerns over deteriorating school buildings, teacher shortages, and inequalities in education. The movement has led to thousands of arrests and hundreds of injuries.

What do critics say about Mélenchon's involvement?

Critics accuse Jean-Luc Mélenchon and his party, La France insoumise, of fueling the student protests for electoral gain. Mélenchon denies organising the movement and states he wants it to be peaceful.