I am French leaving in France and totally agree and the culture being rotten. However I don't think all the blame should be put on politicians, unions are also

I am French leaving in France and totally agree and the culture being rotten. However I don't think all the blame should be put on politicians, unions are also their share of responsibility for the status-quo. Just a few days ago, all (employee) unions rejected the idea of having a more flexible employment contract. The worst part is that they just represent a tiny fraction of the French workers. To me it is the main reason why unemployment is so high in France, it is to hard to get rid of people. It can protect the employer sometimes. For instance, I have been approached by foreign companies but when I say that I have a 3-month notice (like many French employees), usually they are not interested anymore. As an entrepreneur, I'd also be scared to hire in France, to much of a hassle to fire someone.