Upcoming Referendum
#16
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Why do a people who once thought they should rule the world, now think they would be better in isolation?
#18
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I guess I thought the intent of the EU was cooperation. Not about 'ruling'.
That's why my question is posed....differently. And I don't post it in a baiting way, either.
One of the things I've observed each time I have been in any part of the United Kingdom are the war memorials. Not the tiniest village doesn't have one. Usually in the heart of commerce, where all can see.
I've asked my husband if since the memorials are so plentiful, do the people just not see them anymore?
It's a serious, sad question.
#19
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It's such a difficult decision to make as an expat who is not there on the ground. Technically, I am an In supporter, but really have no way of knowing whether I would feel differently if I lived there instead of the USA. In any case, I can't vote since I have been away for over 15 years. Do you think Obama's visit helped or hurt Cameron? We are hearing conflicting reports here.
#21
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I also think that if a number of other countries were given the same referendum there would be others voting to leave
#22
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The EEA Agreement wasn't signed until 2 May 1992 and it came into force on 1 January 1994.
I suspect you're thinking of EFTA which the UK was a member of from 1960 until 1973 when we joined the EC.
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I'm torn. Heart says OUT for sure.
Looking at bank my account and the exchange rate, head says IN.
Looking at bank my account and the exchange rate, head says IN.
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#25
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The NHS view appears to be that negotiations so far, to protect the NHS are going smoothly.
Personally, I have some qualms about TTIP, but I don't see any reason to regard it as a threat to the NHS. That is just scaremongering.
#27
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27 choose not be be so daft.
#28
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Whose idea was this anyway? If it was Cameron's how was this a good idea since he is in the remain camp? I have to say I am baffled by the whole thing
#29
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Cameron was forced into promising a referendum in order to avoid a revolt from the most rabidly outdated wing of his own party.
#30
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The advantages, or otherwise, of EU membership can certainly be debated but the whole loss of sovereignty thing is a bit of an emotive red herring.