Pension Reform Strike Kicks Off in Paris

The transcript discusses the government's proposal to extend the working age to 65, which is criticized as unfair, especially for those who started working young. Matthew, a 47-year-old English teacher, expresses solidarity with young workers and protests against the reform, suggesting that raising taxes in other sectors could be a better solution than forcing people to work longer.

What are the concerns raised about the government's proposal to extend the working age?

How does the speaker feel about young people starting to work at a very young age?

What is the speaker's opinion on the current reform regarding retirement?

What is the speaker's profession and how does it relate to the protest?

What alternative solutions does the speaker suggest instead of raising the working age?