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The new fear in Ottawa: federalists are starting to think the unthinkable

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Federal government officials in Canada are starting to worry that the referendum on Quebec independence might pass. They have not put plans into place to manage the separation and have made plans based on the belief the turmoil will end on Oct 30, 1995, the day of the vote.

National liberation movements, Quebec

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Separate visions

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Lucien Bouchard is leading the charge in the fight to defeat Canada's constitutional referendum. Bouchard had previously been a part of Prime Minister Brian Mulroney's cabinet, but he quit when changes to the Meech Lake accord were considered in 1990.

Interview, Bouchard, Lucien

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The power game

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The nature of power in the Canadian federal government under Prime Minister Jean Chretien is subdued, and the role of the backbench members of parliament is weak. Access to those who can get things done is the most important indication of power.

Political activity, Chretien, Jean

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