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OFKU0 · 08-04-2005, 09:59 AM

I can agree with what has been said. Good points.

Now for a brief moment of crankiness and I'm sure I will stand alone in this sentiment.

I listened to the press conference with Jean after her announcement and private meeting with Martin. She mentioned something to the point of treating all Canadians and Quebecers equally. I know this is a non issue for many folks, but I am sick and tired of the tag Quebecers constantly being refered to as a seperate and distinct entity when Canada is addressed as a whole.

This is no mistake either. Darling Belinda Stronach said much the same when she jumped onto Martins ship and this being said is pretty much a staple for politicians to refer specifically in such ways to Quebec.

Disclaimer-- Bob Biter---I DO NOT HATE THE FRENCH

But this singling out Quebec at every turn does nothing but solidify it's already over abundance of just rewards and significance beyond all else. And no, it's not just political positioning to appease Quebecers. It goes well beyond that.

Don't mean to pluck any feathers out there but as a very proud Canadian, I would like to see everyone including Quebecers be addressed as a whole rather than as Canadians and Quebecers seperately.

08-04-2005, 09:59 AM	#7 (permalink)
OFKU0 Junk	I can agree with what has been said. Good points. Now for a brief moment of crankiness and I'm sure I will stand alone in this sentiment. I listened to the press conference with Jean after her announcement and private meeting with Martin. She mentioned something to the point of treating all Canadians and Quebecers equally. I know this is a non issue for many folks, but I am sick and tired of the tag Quebecers constantly being refered to as a seperate and distinct entity when Canada is addressed as a whole. This is no mistake either. Darling Belinda Stronach said much the same when she jumped onto Martins ship and this being said is pretty much a staple for politicians to refer specifically in such ways to Quebec. Disclaimer-- Bob Biter---I DO NOT HATE THE FRENCH But this singling out Quebec at every turn does nothing but solidify it's already over abundance of just rewards and significance beyond all else. And no, it's not just political positioning to appease Quebecers. It goes well beyond that. Don't mean to pluck any feathers out there but as a very proud Canadian, I would like to see everyone including Quebecers be addressed as a whole rather than as Canadians and Quebecers seperately. __________________ " In Canada, you can tell the most blatant lie in a calm voice, and people will believe you over someone who's a little passionate about the truth." David Warren, Western Standard.