VOICED : The forgotten speak up in France's shrinking rural towns

The video discusses the challenges faced by rural France due to shrinking populations as young people leave for urban areas. This exodus results in a lack of essential services, including healthcare, with few doctors available to serve the remaining residents. The video highlights the perspective of a doctor who has experienced these challenges firsthand. Urban areas attempt to attract young professionals and businesses through creative solutions, but these efforts require significant investment. The political neglect of rural areas exacerbates these issues, leading to long commutes for basic services and a sense of abandonment among residents.

What are the implications of young professionals leaving rural areas?

In what ways do politicians neglect rural areas according to the text?