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carlwaring 03-06-2012 10:05
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And yet you didn't think to put in the one other option that people have subsequently asked for? :confused: :D

Gary L 03-06-2012 10:06
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Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35436304)
Here you go - amaze your niece by answering her question....
I think she's just wanting her to have peoples heads chopped off and stuff.

Osem 03-06-2012 10:08
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For me it'd depend entirely on the monarchs concerned. Given some of the dodgy 'royals' around the globe, I certainly wouldn't be a royalist in those places.

Having said that, IMHO the Queen has set a very high standard and there's no doubting in my mind that our royal family bring in to UK PLC far more than they take out (in spite of the likes of 'Airmiles Andy' and the various hangers on). It'd just be nice to know that her successor(s) will do an equally impressive job... :erm:

My vote is for the monarchy therefore, but based upon current experience rather than blind faith that it's always a good thing.

martyh 03-06-2012 10:14
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Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35436313)
And yet you didn't think to put in the one other option that people have subsequently asked for? :confused: :D
I did actually but thought that those who have the "meh" opinion wouldn't bother to vote or comment in a thread they have no interest in

Gary L 03-06-2012 10:20
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Originally Posted by martyh (Post 35436319)
I did actually but thought that those who have the "meh" opinion wouldn't bother to vote or comment in a thread they have no interest in
It's the norm to put the "I don't care" option in all polls here. for the ones who always have a moan about there not being an "I don't care" option.

LondonRoad 03-06-2012 10:21
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As a tax payer I do support the Monarchy but I've answered No to the intended meaning of the question;)

I wish no harm on any of the individuals who make up the Royal Family. Indeed, I quite admire some of them for a variety of reasons.

It's the symbolism of the Monarchy that props up a class system that I personally believe is unhealthy for our Society. That's my reason for voting No.

I see no reason why any child born in our Society shouldn't aspire to one day become head of the State. It can't happen as things stand

I was brought up to believe in equality and that I was the equal of any other person. I therefore don't think I'd ever bow in deference to anybody simply because of their bloodline.

If any of the Princes knocked on my door I'd treat them with the same respect that I'd afford any other individual. I'd shake their hands, but I wouldn't bow to them.

I will, however, raise a glass to Her Majesty and wish all of you celebrating her Jubilee to have a fantastic time. ;):beer:

Peter_ 03-06-2012 10:24
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I think for once France has it right.http://www.addemoticons.com/emoticon...icons04224.gif

Hugh 03-06-2012 10:27
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Originally Posted by Gary L (Post 35436315)
I think she's just wanting her to have peoples heads chopped off and stuff.
You would be wrong....

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Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35436313)
And yet you didn't think to put in the one other option that people have subsequently asked for? :confused: :D
Carl - leave it, eh?

Gary L 03-06-2012 10:28
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Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 35436325)
You would be wrong....
You obviously know her better than me then.

Hugh 03-06-2012 10:28
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Originally Posted by LondonRoad (Post 35436321)
As a tax payer I do support the Monarchy but I've answered No to the intended meaning of the question;)

I wish no harm on any of the individuals who make up the Royal Family. Indeed, I quite admire some of them for a variety of reasons.

It's the symbolism of the Monarchy that props up a class system that I personally believe is unhealthy for our Society. That's my reason for voting No.

I see no reason why any child born in our Society shouldn't aspire to one day become head of the State. It can't happen as things stand

I was brought up to believe in equality and that I was the equal of any other person. I therefore don't think I'd ever bow in deference to anybody simply because of their bloodline.

If any of the Princes knocked on my door I'd treat them with the same respect that I'd afford any other individual. I'd shake their hands, but I wouldn't bow to them.

I will, however, raise a glass to Her Majesty and wish all of you celebrating her Jubilee to have a fantastic time. ;):beer:
Put it so much better than I could - totally agree.

Russ 03-06-2012 10:40
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Originally Posted by LondonRoad (Post 35436321)
I was brought up to believe in equality and that I was the equal of any other person. I therefore don't think I'd ever bow in deference to anybody simply because of their bloodline.
But you don't have to. If you want to treat any of the Royals as you would a person in the street then you are allowed to do so.

LondonRoad 03-06-2012 10:52
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Originally Posted by Russ (Post 35436338)
But you don't have to. If you want to treat any of the Royals as you would a person in the street then you are allowed to do so.
I know mate.

I'll be slaughtered by the press though when I'm waiting to be knighted. ;)

There aren't too many people in my street who are in line to the throne so I haven't had much chance to practice not bowing... although there is the old guy at number 7 who has a corgi, perhaps I should practice not bowing to him as a first step. :)

martyh 03-06-2012 11:28
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Originally Posted by Gary L (Post 35436320)
It's the norm to put the "I don't care" option in all polls here. for the ones who always have a moan about there not being an "I don't care" option.
I realise that now ,next time i'll pm you for advice on setting up a poll;)

Kymmy 03-06-2012 11:57
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Originally Posted by Gary L (Post 35436320)
It's the norm to put the "I don't care" option in all polls here. for the ones who always have a moan about there not being an "I don't care" option.
Here's me thinking that those who don't care wouldn't bother reading the thread :rolleyes:

carlwaring 03-06-2012 11:58
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Yeah. You'd think that wouldn't you. Such is the internet that that doesn't happen :D


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