When I was in Europe this past fall I met a couple guys from Quebec. I told them I was from Alberta and they were really friendly toward me. I didn't really expect it because I thought there was a stigma between our two "cultures". We hung out for a whole day in Munich and all night. The topic of Quebec independence didn't come up until the end of the night. Both were separatists, and I had no idea they were until they told me. But both were genuinely nice people.
I don't think either side of this debate should demonize the other side. We should be able to come to an understanding and respect each other while furthering our two cultures. There will be extremists representing all sides. Doesn't mean they are the popular choice.
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