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French President Says Caribbean Territory Free To Vote On More Autonomy, Not Independence (AP) French President Nicolas Sarkozy said Friday that Martinique is free to hold a referendum on greater political autonomy but made clear the island would always belong to France. Sarkozy traveled to Martinique and Guadeloupe as the islands recover from violent strikes that crippled the economy and shuttered schools and businesses earlier this year. Sarkozy did not say when a referendum might be held, but said he would meet soon with appointed officials. "Martinicans will be free to choose in their heart and conscience the road they would like to take," he said. "The debate is not about independence, but rather of a fair autonomous status. Martinique is French and will remain so." Appointed officials in Martinique said last week that... [read full story]
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