Now that the content of the pension reform is known, the street test begins.
And there is the big unknown.
Of course, the majority of French people do not want to work longer, but will they all be in the same boat if the text is adopted?
Admittedly, the unions are displaying a united front, but for how long?
Admittedly, the protest is real, but will it be channeled or will it present a protean face, of the "yellow vests" type?
Admittedly, days of demonstration are scheduled, but will they be doubled by strikes which paralyze the country?
Admittedly, the French are said to be worried and in a bad mood, but will they want to make it known loud and clear when the cost of living forces them to tighten their belts?
The questions are many.
Two standoffs have marked the recent history of pensions
As a compass, the executive power, which walks on eggshells, can refer to two precedents.
Two standoffs that have marked the recent history of pensions, but whose outcome has not tilted...
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