Most people in France can't afford housing.
They didn't blame immigrants, or transgender people, or video games, or avocado toast.
They blame the government. Because that's who's responsible. That's always who's responsible.
One of the biggest recession indicators to me is how unwilling people are to try new things. Music, restaurants, hangout spots.
Financial safety is at an absolute low so you overcompensate with unusually safe taste, hobbies, and life choices.
