September 10th Actions: Identifying the Instigators behind the Movement

In the heart of the Nord department, an entrepreneur named Julien has ignited a spark with the launch of "The Essentials" on July 11. The movement's objective was clear: an economic blockade of the country, aiming to disrupt the status quo.

However, "The Essentials" is not just another political party. It is a non-partisan movement that targets a specific institution - the European Union - and advocates for France's exit from the EU. The movement's disdain for the EU is not hidden, as it openly denounces the influence of Freemasons and shares conspiracy theories popularised by influencers like singer Francis Lalanne.

The movement, while disparate, has grown since its inception. It now represents a fraction of its original size, with groups that do not share the same demands or the same modes of action.

Meanwhile, the "Indignons-nous" movement, inspired by Stéphane Hessel's 2010 essay "Indignez-vous," has been driving a wave of protest across France. This movement, driven by two main currents - "Nicolas," representing the frustration of the working middle class, and "Les Essentiels," opposing government austerity measures - has seen a mix of left-wing and right-wing groups mobilize, primarily through social networks and Telegram channels.

These groups coordinate actions like blockades, forming part of a spontaneous, broad social protest against the government's announced cuts. Notably, "Indignons-nous" shares some demands with La France Insoumise, such as retirement at 60, the return of the ISF, and the implementation of the Zucman tax.

A study of the September 10 movement on social networks, conducted by Nicolas Vanderbiest, may have provided insights into the activities and impact of these movements on social media. The article, which includes discussions with members of the "Les essentiels" collective and the "Indignons-nous" movement, could have been written based on the findings of this study.

The discussion with these movements' members has shed light on their goals, strategies, and beliefs. For instance, "Indignons-nous" is administered by former Yellow Vests, radical left militants, and opponents of the health pass, while "The Essentials" aims to boycott the political system, viewing political parties as puppets of the European Union and neocapitalism.

Recently, a new banner for the "Indignons-nous" protest has emerged, signalling a shift in the movement's focus and tactics. This evolution, along with the growth and evolution of "The Essentials," underscores the ongoing and dynamic nature of these protest movements in France.

Sources for this article include press articles from Le Monde, Libération, Indignons-nous, and Les essentiels.