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Yes, Catalonia should become independent
This position holds that Catalonia should become independent from Spain. It argues Catalans have a right to self-government denied by Madrid, that the region is culturally and linguistically distinct, and that — as a major net contributor to Spain — it could thrive on its own.
Supporting arguments · 4
- "Madrid nos roba": Catalonia can economically support itself better than Spain does"Madrid nos roba" (Madrid is robbing us.) Catalonia, Spain's wealthiest region, pays Madrid and the Spanish government more in taxes than what Catalonia receives in economic support.
- Catalonia can support itself as a nationCatalonia has the societal, governmental, and economic infrastructure to support itself as a nation. Catalonia can govern itself better than Spain currently does.
- Catalonia is culturally distinctCatalonia has its own rich culture, history, and linguistic heritage that dates back to 220 BCE. Catalonia should become an independent nation to affirm their strong cultural heritage.
- Catalonia has a right to self-governmentSpain should recognize Catalonia's government and desire for self-determination. Spain should respect the results of Catalonia's 2014 non-official self-determination referendum and the 2017 independence referendum.