Nationalism: Is It Possible?

In countries where provinces and states are divided based on cultural, geographical, linguistic or religious differences, is nationalism of a nation possible? For example, in Canada, where French is spoken in Quebec but English is spoken in the rest of the country, is it possible for Canadian nationalism?

The Basque Attitude Towards ETA

In 2003, 60% of the Basque population rejected the terrorist group ETA. In recent years, the support by the Basque people for ETA has been on a continuous decline. Is this not sufficient evidence enough that states only a small minority of Basque citizens are extremists or terrorists? Does this change your view on the Basque people?

TERROR ATTACK IN BELFAST

What do yo think about the attack in Belfast by IRA after to 11 years?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2leFjNvjnw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itPSjowq4J4&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve34yam0qYA&feature=related


Thank you

ETA Declaring a Ceasefire

On March 24, 2006 the Basque terrorist group ETA declared a caesefire.

Here is a video with subtitles on what was said:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=689FoInsot0

Please comment on whether or not you think ETA's statements were justified.

Any questions or comments on this video are encouraged.

Quebec's Granting of Special Status

On November 27, 2006, the House of Commons passed a symbolic motion moved by Prime Minister Stephen Harper declaring that "this House recognize[s] that the Québécois form a nation within a united Canada. Essentially the Canadian House of Commons officially recognized the distinctiveness of Quebec and that it is a homeland of people.

http://www2.parl.gc.ca/HousePublications/Publication.aspx?Pub=hansard&Language=E&Mode=1&Parl=39&Ses=1&DocId=2544166&File=0#SOB-1798651

Here is a link displaying exactly what was said on that day.

Do you think this special recognition will promote more Quebec nationalism or Canadian nationalism? Do you think citizens of Quebec will recognize the government's efforts in trying to please them? Was this a good move put forward by the Canadian government?

Also, has anything like this ever happened in your own country?

Any thoughts or comments are welcome.

Causes of Nationalism

What do you think are the root causes of nationalism, despite what country you live in? Is it language and culture that segregates a population? Is it geographical proximity? Do any of these factors weigh more heavily than others? In other words, what causes nationalism in your own country?

Nationalism's Link to Terrorism

How has nationalism in your own country affected your daily lives? If it has, do you feel a sense of hatred towards those nationalists in your country?