French banquets: Fun party or culture war?
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French banquets: Fun party or culture war?
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With summer in full swing in France, we take a look at the French festive spirit and how traditional banquets are creating controversy, with reports of racist slurs and Nazi salutes at the events. We also discuss how other gatherings, like free parties and raves, are coming under scrutiny, amidst criticism that they are being instrumentalised politically. Finally, we go into other festivities and how France still excels at “faire la fête”, or partying.
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