For example, forest giant Repap Enterprises faces imminent shutdowns and layoffs affecting 5,000 workers that could paralyse entire communities. One of the reasons why Bouchard is being obstructionist is to keep good relations with Quebec's militant unions, which are big boosters of independence.
Si M. Bouchard fait de l'obstruction, c'est notamment pour garder de bonnes relations avec les syndicats militants du Québec, de grands défenseurs de l'indépendance.
