The article discusses how France's labor market performed during and after the economic crisis. Contrary to popular belief, high Employment Protection Legislation (EPL) in France actually helped protect many workers during the crisis. Workers with permanent contracts were shielded, but vulnerable groups like young people and those with low education suffered more. Despite efforts to reduce labor market dualism, the crisis led to increased segmentation in the labor market. Lowering EPL did not reduce unemployment or dualization.