In class, we established the meaning of both hegemony and hegemonic symbols. First, briefly define Hegemony and establish the costs/benefits in creating a hegemonic symbol as part of your states official identity. Please be sure to tie into your response Malon and Gramscis notions on hegemony. The antiquity of a nation is often considered a hegemonic notion, as the historical justification of a nation-states existence has been a common trend in ethno-national movements. Based on class discussions, reading assignments and the lecture, is there adequate evidence to defend this statement? In your opinion, is the antiquity of a state a compelling argument to justify international support/recognition of an independence movement? Please pick a current or historical independence movement as an example and use it to defend your position