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Spain in crisis after Catalan vote

Oct 3, 2017
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INSIGHT

Unofficial Vote, Contested Legitimacy

  • The Catalan referendum was unofficial and not recognised by Spain, yet voting still occurred across the region.
  • Around 40% voted and roughly 90% of those chose independence, highlighting contested legitimacy.
ANECDOTE

Police Intervention Sparked Violence

  • Police were sent to stop the referendum and there was significant violence, with people getting hurt.
  • That violence prompted strikes and protests in Catalonia the following week.
INSIGHT

Mapping Means Detailed Planning

  • 'Map out' means to make a detailed plan for significant actions or projects.
  • The hosts stress the detail element and give examples like mapping out a career or project.
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