Philosopher Alain Finkielkraut expressed concern over ongoing blockades in French lycées (high schools), attributing them partly to political manipulation by La France Insoumise (LFI) targeting youth. He argues that a segment of the youth has been instrumentalized by this political party. However, Finkielkraut also points to a broader failure in educational transmission as contributing to the current situation. He lamented the fact the “baccalauréat” – the French high school diploma – has become viewed as an unquestionable entitlement, akin to a “human right.” This shift in perception, he suggests, undermines the value placed on academic achievement. Finkielkraut believes the blockades represent a symptom of deeper societal issues related to education and political engagement in France. He warned against the detrimental effects of this trend on the integrity of knowledge transfer and the future of French society.