http://www.cbc.ca/story/world/national/2005/11/02/paris-riots051102.html?ref=rss
"French President Jacques Chirac says nightly clashes between youth gangs and Paris police must be dealt with calmly but firmly. 'The law must be applied firmly and in a spirit of dialogue and respect. The absence of dialogue and an escalation of a lack of respect will lead to a dangerous situation,' said Chirac after a cabinet meeting."
