The Role of the Political System in Shaping Island Nationalism: A Case-Study Examination of Puerto Rico and Newfoundland

Islands are sites where specific forms of governance can develop, providing insights for ‘continental’ nations. This paper discusses the role the political system has in shaping nationalist policies and demands in island settings, examining the specific cases of Puerto Rico and Newfoundland. Startin...

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Main Author: Valérie Vézina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Island Studies Journal 2014-05-01
Series:Island Studies Journal
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.24043/isj.296