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The Intelligence from The Economist

The Intelligence: antisemitism in France

Nov 15, 2023
21:57
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The podcast discusses the rise of anti-Semitism in France, the challenges and opportunities in the wine industry in Essex, and the explosive industry in India. It explores the link between anti-Semitic acts and flare-ups in the Middle East, the success of winemaking in Essex due to climate change, and the growth of the explosive industry in India as an alternative to trading with China.
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  • The rise in anti-Semitic acts in France is concerning and has evolved to include elements of anti-Zionism and far-left politics, making it politically divisive.
  • Climate change is forcing winemakers to adapt by changing planting practices, moving to new regions, or adjusting harvest times, with some regions potentially unable to sustain production as global warming intensifies.

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Rise in Anti-Semitism in France

Since October 7th, anti-Semitic acts in France have surged, with three times as many acts in one month compared to the whole of 2022. These acts include graffiti, physical attacks, and symbols reminiscent of Nazi occupation. The rise in anti-Semitism is concerning for France as it has the largest Jewish population in Europe. Anti-Semitism in France has evolved from right-wing extremism to include elements of anti-Zionism and far-left politics, making the issue politically divisive.

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