French education programs in Québec come under fire for racist materials

Episode 67 April 12, 2022 00:04:05
French education programs in Québec come under fire for racist materials
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French education programs in Québec come under fire for racist materials

Apr 12 2022 | 00:04:05

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Eddie Arrieta

Show Notes

As Quebec’s provincial government attempts to tighten its language policy and adopt more pro-French legislation, many non-Francophones are protesting what they deem nationalistic and xenophobic sentiments.

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