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Old 24-10-2011, 19:19   #15
g jones
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Re: Today's EU question: how would you vote?

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Originally Posted by JCB View Post
I wouldn't vote because I support rule by our Parliamentary system , in which referendums should have no place .

As for the EU , with all its faults , I await to see an alternative that would work in practice , and would be beneficial to the country .

If someone can show me such a viable alternative I will give it due regard .
I agree. There is no out position. There is no alternative. Norway pay and don't have a say. To put at risk jobs and trade now is reckless, a total distraction and at this critical moment, undermines European growth which is already hitting the UK hard.

I would point out that when 60-70% thought we should take military action against Bin Laden I was in a small minority when I pointed out the body bags that would come home.

It is about believing in something and sticking to it until empirical evidence suggests otherwise. I believe on balence a reformed Europe is better for Hyndburn and according to YouGov, so do the majority (47%). I am prepared to lose votes - on a matter of principle - to do what I believe is right for the place I live.
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