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Macron’s Comment Ignites French Feminist Movement
It started with a seemingly offhand remark. President Emmanuel Macron responded to protesters with a joking tone, even using a derogatory slur.He said if they returned,”we’ll kick them out.”
The comment quickly went viral. It wasn’t the policy he discussed, but how he said it that caused outrage.
Almost immediately, the hashtag #NousToutes – meaning “all of us” – exploded online. feminist activists and artists across France repurposed the insult, turning it into a symbol of resistance. It’s a powerful example of reclaiming language.
Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron at the British Museum in London earlier this year.
#NousToutes isn’t new. It’s a pre-existing movement fighting against sexism and violence against women in France.This incident has given it renewed energy. They’re using the controversy to highlight broader issues.
The hashtag’s success shows how quickly online activism can spread.It also demonstrates the power of reclaiming harmful language. It’s a clear message: they won’t be silenced.
Macron hasn’t directly addressed the backlash beyond his initial remark. It remains to be seen how this will impact his governance and the ongoing protests. But