FRANCE CRACKDOWN ON STUDENT PROTEST

France is facing growing demonstrations spreading across the country over deteriorating conditions in schools, teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and growing pressure on students. French authorities have responded with a heavy security presence, arrests and force, prompting criticism over the crackdown on young protesters. Marcia Baker Economist and Commentator Washington DC, U.S. Don DeBar Activist, Journalist and Commentator Watsonville, U.S.