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Civil War, Dictatorship, 'Independentistas' and Taxes: A Short History of Catalan Secession

BREAKUP?

The roots of Catalonia's independence movement go way back, but the last few years—and weeks—have seen a rush toward the door.

Gregory Beals
Gregory Beals
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Gregory Beals

Gregory Beals

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