Nicolas Sarkozy Confronted by Teacher Over Remarks on Educators’ Work Hours
During a book signing in Marseille, Sarkozy faced criticism from a teacher over his claims about teachers’ work schedules, prompting a brief but heated exchange.
- Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was confronted by a teacher and union member during a book signing in Marseille on November 22, 2024.
- The teacher criticized Sarkozy's recent comments suggesting that educators work only 24 hours per week and have extended vacation periods, calling the claims misleading.
- Sarkozy defended his statements, describing them as factual, but the teacher argued that educators work an average of 43 hours weekly, citing official data.
- The exchange escalated when the teacher highlighted disparities in retirement age, with Sarkozy retiring at 57 while teachers face retirement at 67 under current policies.
- Sarkozy ended the conversation abruptly, saying, 'Eh mon gars, au revoir,' as the teacher was escorted away by security.
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