France: Social media amplifies weekend protests, police underestimated role

Weekend demonstrations in France drew significant crowds, with social media playing a crucial role in mobilization, according to sociologist Paolo Stuppia. The police likely underestimated the impact of online coordination, which facilitated rapid gathering and organization. The scale and sustainability of the protests remain uncertain, but the event signals potential for continued unrest.

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