>>What is Block Quebecois? Are they the separatists?
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>You got it. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bloc_Qu%C3%A9b%C3%A9cois
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>Despite wanting to break apart the country, they are pretty reasonable bunch. Slightly left of centre, and they generally support progressive legislation.

Aside from the incident, Mrs. Lincoln, how did you enjoy the play?




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>>IN the U.S., New Hampshire is the only state in the union which was given authority to secede from the union as a condition to entering the union originally. Some states have amendments which allow them to secede under certain conditions. Arizona can secede if the Federal government tries to disarm its people by gun confiscation (a good reason why guns will NEVER be confiscated forcefully in Arizona no matter the gun control enthusiasts ideas) or declares martial law without the states consent. (CHR-2034) Louisiana can secede if the federal government steps outside the constitution and does not have to obey its regulations. Alabama is considering an amendment which would allow it to secede if the U.S. moves toward a universal government under the United Nations. My understanding of constitutional law is that any state can secede if the U.S. steps outside of the 10th amendment.
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>This is an interesting point, there is no legal clause or provision for a part of Canada seceding from the confederation. So technically or legally, they can't leave.
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>To add to this complication, often the Prime Minister of Canada is a Quebecer, so if Quebec left, they would be a foreigner. Reportedly, before the last separation vote, the English provincal premiers ( like state governors) met to decide wheather or not they would have relieve the Quebec born Prime Minister of his office.