Gezi and the Yellow Vests Protests. "End of the World, End of the Month, Same Struggle?

This chapter critically examines the Gezi Park and Yellow Vests protests, highlighting their initial environmental triggers, grassroots nature, and significant female participation. However, it contends that despite these similarities, the movements diverge fundamentally due to their socio-economic contexts and class compositions. It explores the fiscal aspects, historical precedents of fiscal unrest in France, and the sociological profiles of the protesters, concluding with an analysis of how each movement relates to broader environmental and economic challenges. This comparison sheds light on the distinct trajectories and implications of these protests within their national and global economic standings.