A shrewd politician, Ren� L�vesque made Quebec separatism a reality. The Parti Qu�b�cois thrived because of his passion, integrity, and considerable charm. It has been said that when he spoke to someone, he gave the feeling that he or she was the most important person in the world. In an era when some preferred to use firebombs to get their point across, L�vesque wanted Quebeckers to vote on separation. But in May 1980, the people of Quebec voted a resounding no. For L�vesque, it was the end of a dream.
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A shrewd politician, Ren� L�vesque made Quebec separatism a reality. The Parti Qu�b�cois thrived because of his passion, integrity, and considerable charm. It has been said that when he spoke to someone, he gave the feeling that he or she was the most important person in the world. In an era when some preferred to use firebombs to get their point across, L�vesque wanted Quebeckers to vote on separation. But in May 1980, the people of Quebec voted a resounding no. For L�vesque, it was the end of a dream.
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