Friday, June 16, 2006

"Catalunya is a Nation" and four words a problem make.

This Sunday the region of Spain where I live will vote on a new constitution. As far as I can tell the changes are not really that substantial regarding this regions relationship with Spain. Economically the regions of Navarra and Pais Vasco already have a similar level of autonomy and big cultural changes like Catala being the language taught in public schools have already transpired.

The big issue really is four words that are in the new constitution, "Catalunya is a Nation." Words can be so powerful. What will be the effect of those four words on the future of this region and of Spain?

Time will tell.

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