Raphaël Glucksmann, a candidate in the social-democratic primary for the French presidential election, has spoken out against the violence linked to high school student protests in France. At the same time, he criticized the actions of security forces during the demonstrations. The protests, which involve blockades and disruptions of schools, have continued with reports of vandalism and trash fires in cities such as Lille, Lyon, and Saint-Denis. The Paul-Éluard high school in Saint-Denis has become a symbol of the movement due to its central role in the demonstrations. Speaking on BFMTV-RMC on September 30, Glucksmann acknowledged that the students' demands are legitimate but said that the methods used to express them are sometimes condemnable. He emphasized the need to reduce tensions and urged the government to address the students' concerns, which he described as "perfectly rational." His comments come amid growing frustration over the state of public education in France. Glucksmann highlighted several issues that have contributed to the unrest, including deteriorating school infrastructure. He noted that a third of school buildings in France are unsanitary or in an advanced state of dilapidation. He also pointed out the lack of replacement for absent teachers, which has added to the strain on the education system. He acknowledged the anger and distress of both students and teachers, attributing the movement to years of neglect in public education. In particular, Glucksmann mentioned an incident where a teenager was shot with a tear gas grenade at close range, resulting in the loss of teeth. He described the actions of security forces in such situations as "unacceptable," calling for a more measured and humane approach to handling the protests. His comments reflect a broader concern about the impact of the demonstrations on both students and educators, as well as the need for a dialogue that addresses the root causes of the unrest.