"...the kind of thing said about European jews in the early 20th century"?

Really? I was not under the impression that 'clamouring for attention' was among the many falsehoods levelled against Jews down through the centuries. Some might say they didn't clamour enough. 

I find your analogy to the plight of Jews in this case inappropriate for a number of reasons, most of which should be obvious to any fair minded student of history. 

I also find your comments a bit rash. There might be other reasons for the opposition of some voters than the one you imply. I don't think we should rush to judgment absent more information, even if your quote from the mayor is accurate.  

I'm not convinced all reasonable efforts have been exhausted to find a location acceptable to all concerned. Nor am I satisfied the deceased were all repatriated to their home country for the lack of an option in Quebec.