"He said inequality and unemployment stemmed from a lack of investment in education, as well as housing. [...] Saint-Denis, which saw new developments during the Olympics, has been at the heart of a row over gentrification and higher-priced housing, while many low-income families struggle."
theguardian.com
‘Racist ideology lodges itself amid austerity politics’: newly elected French mayor on tackling far right
Bally Bagayoko, who was targeted by racist abuse after winning Saint-Denis mayorship, vows to tackle inequality to stem deepening divisions