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Alberta Separatists Aim to Align with Trump
Canadian Alberta voters are preparing to vote in October on whether to stay within Canada or to initiate a legal process that could lead to a potential binding referendum on secession. The vote centers on the level of support in the province for breaking away from the federal government, with possible impacts on the region's oil industry, which is among the wealthiest in Canada. The province has a population of about 5 million people. Recent polls indicate that support for secession is around 30%, although the Canadian government considers secession supporters to be a minority. Some separatists have attempted to garner support from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, but the White House has emphasized staying away from the issue, even though American officials describe Alberta as a "natural partner." It is worth noting that Canada previously held two referendums on Quebec independence, both of which resulted in rejection of separation. However, the Alberta movement differs in that it lacks clear official leadership, meaning that the upcoming vote does not equate to immediate independence but rather initiates a legal process that could lead to a binding referendum in the future.
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