Idealism and Elitism as Determinants in Support of Quebecois Sovereignty

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Idealism and Elitism as Determinants in Support of Quebecois Sovereignty
Though still largely concerned with economic and linguistic impact, support of sovereignty or federalism also weighs heavily upon perceived Quebecois and Canadian nationalism. As Paul Howe posits (1998), economic and linguistic possibilities under sovereignty are intrinsically optimistic by those aligning themselves as “strongly Quebecois”, and others not strongly opposed may be persuaded into either camp when provided arguments that challenge analytical reasoning (p. 55). This essay serves to support the argument that despite socio-economic class, nationalism and rational interpretation is the true dichotomy predetermining support for or opposition to Quebec...

..... another significant portion of the population may be considered nearly supportive, needing merely the opportunity to analytically examine the issues, therefore begetting a potential for majority support of Quebec sovereignty, due to both nationalism and rational interpretation.
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