French high school protests: 'The social contract since the Revolution is based on the rejection of inequality'

The French Revolution of 1789 is resurfacing in contemporary protests, particularly among students. References to the revolution, including the guillotine, symbolize a call for change and empowerment. Today's youth draw parallels between their struggles and the revolutionary spirit of the past, using slogans like "2026 is the new 1789". This revival contrasts with the sanitized historical narratives often presented in educational contexts. By invoking 1789, protesters aim to reclaim its legacy and inspire action against perceived injustices in modern society.