On the day after Quebec's national holiday, we must admit that it has become increasingly difficult to celebrate what unites us without focusing on what divides us.
In the face of the rise of the far right in Europe, I am concerned to see so many Quebecois politicians and citizens placing the burden of all our ills on the shoulders of immigrants.
Unrestrained fanaticism
Times are tough wherever you are. In these difficult times, Quebecers have always stood together. It is said that our society is tight-knit, and this is not for nothing.
In the words of one of our most esteemed immigrants, Boucard Diouf, Quebecers are a deeply mixed people.
However, it is rare that we read on social media individuals attacking companies that employ people of color or bravely learning French as if they were participating in the collapse of our social fabric rather than our survival as a people.
When our Prime Minister directly attacks newcomers and blames them for the collapse of our common language, institutions and infrastructure, there is cause for concern.
European winds blow over Quebec
The European elections and the ongoing election campaign in France should warn us of the rise of the far right.
It would only take a little for that option to no longer be as marginal here as it is no longer there.
Listen to the French as they tell you why they think it is “very good” to “give a chance” to Marine Le Pen's National Rally, as if it were a party like any other.
Listen to the commentators as they explain to you that there is nothing extreme about this racist and homophobic right.
Quebeckers, let's refuse to fall into the trap of bigots who try to normalize racism and xenophobia.
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