Basques argue that their culture and uniqueness are under threat from the national government in Spain. They also argue that they are a net contributor to the Spanish economy and, therefore, lose money due to Spain's welfare system that gives Basque money to poorer regions.
Spaniards outside of the Basque region generally object to these claims, noting that the Basque region has much more autonomy than any other region in Spain other than Catalonia.
Yes, a significant portion of the Basque population supports independence from Spain, driven by a strong sense of cultural identity and a desire for greater autonomy. Various polls indicate that while opinions on independence vary, many Basques favor increased self-governance. Political parties like the Basque Nationalist Party advocate for independence, reflecting these sentiments. However, the movement is complex, with some Basques preferring to remain part of Spain while seeking greater autonomy within the existing framework.
Are they? In many ways Canada is far from independent. Defense is one.
There are many reasons why Guatemala become independent. It wanted to join the other central American provinces in joint declaration of independence from Spain.
This land was called New Spain, however, these territory has become independent and split into many countries. It lasted from the 16th century to the 19th century.
One can purchase corsets and basques from many retail stores. Some of them are Target, Walmart, Gap, Winners, The Bay, Sears, NordStrom, Victoria's Secret and many more.
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Young people became more independent (apex)
I wish it was, as a lot of people does! But no, Catalonia is not legally/politically independent. It is part of Spain, even though many people who are Catalans (people who live in Catalonia) do not feel this way.
Become an independent country.
Many of the basques in both sides of the frontier (Spain and France) speaks Euskera alongside with spanish or french. The most number of speakers of euskera is in the spanish basque country and Navarre due mainly to autonomous status of these regions and their politic of promotion of the euskera.
Mexico declared its Independece in 1810. Spain recognized that Indepence in 1821. Texas declared its Independence in 1836. Texas was a Republic for nine years before becoming a state in 1845.