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2008-06-14 Europe

EU powers try to isolate Ireland after treaty defeat

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Posted by ed 2008-06-14 16:56|| || Front Page|| [5 views ] Top

#1 They were warned. And they defied their betters. They deserve what they get. Mugabe should take notice.

Posted by Nimble Spemble 2008-06-14 17:11|| 2008-06-14 17:11|| Front Page Top

#2 a search was on for a way to accommodate the Irish verdict without derailing plans to implement the treaty

You could not possibly find a more un-democratic way if you tried. It is patently obvious that the EU is not in the least interested in democracy. I can't wait until we have our own NAU to deal with.

Posted by gromky 2008-06-14 17:15|| 2008-06-14 17:15|| Front Page Top

#3 Upitty peasants. Pass the treaty with the nobles then force them into servitude with taxes.

Posted by DarthVader">DarthVader 2008-06-14 21:18|| 2008-06-14 21:18|| Front Page Top

#4 sounds like the eiltes don't like to be ignored

Posted by Frank G">Frank G 2008-06-14 21:29|| 2008-06-14 21:29|| Front Page Top

#5 Obama already thinks there are 57 or 58 states. Makes more sense to offer #51 to Ireland that might want it than to Puerto Rico which definitely doesn't.

Posted by RWV 2008-06-14 22:21|| 2008-06-14 22:21|| Front Page Top

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