Quote:EU = the washed elite. They give money to arts projects and universities to buy the opinions of the elites. There are 10000 people working at the EU who earn more than Cameron. Think about that. And 99% of them will never face an actual election. European parliament did not have the power to propose a new law or repeal existing law. That's a problem.

They spent massive amounts of money to increase growth and create economic opportunities in poverty stricken areas. Why do you think Scotland and Northern Ireland overwhelming voted to stay in? It's because they were receiving millions upon millions of pounds/euros to fund projects in those areas. Money they won't be getting once the UK leaves. Not to mention the fact the EU was instrumental in promoting peace and ending the Troubles in Northern Ireland. 

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