Show Notes
Cities across Europe have seen mass Gen Z demonstrations as disillusioned youths make their voices heard.
France, Italy and Spain have been hotbeds of discontent while Greece, Portugal and Albania have also seen widespread protests.
The worst rioting has been in France where building were set on fire, shops looted and over 1,000 people arrested.
US President Donald Trump has seized upon the unrest, blaming immigration, while far-right factions, including French Presidential frontrunner Marine Le Pen, are using the opportunity to push their agendas.
Will this wave of mass youth protests force politicians to listen?
Joining Enda Brady for the discussion:
Phineas Rueckert Journalist
Matthew Agarwala Economist and Professor in Sustainable Finance at University of Sussex Business School
Javier Carbonell Policy Analyst at the European Politics and Institutions Programme
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