Commentary: Canada could be next to join Eurovision's expanding non-European lineup
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Drew Gillis
Summary
A brief opinion piece arguing that since Eurovision already includes non-European countries like Australia and Israel (despite geopolitical controversies), Canada might as well join too. The article highlights the political tensions surrounding the 2024 contest, including boycotts over Israel's participation amid the Gaza conflict.
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The A.V. ClubCommentary: Canada could be next to join Eurovision's expanding non-European lineupavclub.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledEurovision tends to play pretty fast and loose with what they're willing to call 'Euro.'
the song contest is kind of a geopolitical mess, and at this point, it might as well let Canada join, too.
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