Éric Coquerel, a member of the French National Assembly and president of the finance committee for the political group La France insoumise, spoke about the current wave of student protests on the Public Sénat program Bonjour chez vous. He described the mobilization as "massive," noting that it began in working-class cities and schools, especially in Créteil. The protests, according to Coquerel, reflect deep concerns among young people about their future, with issues such as the centralized university admissions system Parcoursup, a shortage of teachers, incomplete school schedules, and poor educational infrastructure being central to the students' demands. Coquerel criticized the government's approach, calling it overly repressive. He pointed to numerous arrests and injuries, including cases where students reportedly lost an eye, and described the police response as "disproportionate." He warned that relying on repression usually leads to failure and urged Interior Minister Sébastien Lecornu to "keep reason." Coquerel also criticized the government's use of the term "proxy" to describe the alleged influence of the far left on the protests, calling it "irresponsible." He noted that students find it amusing when told that La France insoumise is behind their mobilization. Coquerel called for the abolition of Parcoursup, arguing that it places excessive pressure on students and demands more resources for the Ministry of Education. He opposed the removal of teaching positions, emphasizing the need for better staffing in schools. He also expressed doubts about the constitutionality of the government's proposed "casseurs-payeurs" bill, which would require individuals involved in violent protests to pay for the damages they cause. The bill is set to be debated in the Senate on October 27. To resolve the crisis, Coquerel urged the government to listen to the students and allow them to hold general assemblies in schools. He emphasized the importance of dialogue and understanding the students' grievances, rather than resorting to punitive measures. His comments reflect the broader frustration among young people and the political calls for a more inclusive and responsive approach to the ongoing protests.