gilets jaunes

Emmanuel Macron Is a Cautionary Tale for Democrats

Conor Lynch / Truthdig Dec 16, 2019 When he won, many American liberals said Democrats needed their own version of the French leader. They should be careful what they wish for. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Military Joins Police as Yellow Vest Protesters March On in France

Donald Kaufman / Truthdig Mar 25, 2019 The weekly demonstration is mostly peaceful amid visibly heightened security measures after last weekend's looting and fires. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Will the U.S. Have Its Own Yellow-Vest Moment?

Kevin Zeese and Margaret Flowers / Popular Resistance Jan 7, 2019 The Gilets Jaunes movement in France is having a major impact and gaining international attention as it spreads to other nations. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

Women March in France to Reclaim Yellow Vest Movement

Jon Queally / Common Dreams Jan 6, 2019 As people in France protest high costs of living, some worry that violence has obscured the movement's message. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

French Working-Class Protesters Demand Higher Standard of Living

Naomi LaChance / Truthdig Dec 9, 2018 The “Gilets Jaunes” are angry about President Emmanuel Macron’s policies, which they say favor the wealthy. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )