The votes may not have turned out the way the governing party wanted, but the referendums themselves served a larger purpose in staving off Beijing’s territorial claim.
Tag: Referendums
Why Is Twitter Cursing a British Conservative Politician?
Amid worries over Britain’s exit from the European Union, Britons took to the social network to unfurl curses against Jacob Rees-Mogg, a prominent supporter of Brexit and a challenger of Prime Minister Theresa May.
As Brexit Options Dwindle, New Momentum for a 2nd Referendum
Theresa May’s plan for Britain to leave the European Union looks unlikely to get through Parliament, leaving few options. That makes a second referendum a real prospect.
Brexit for the Non-Brit: What Is It, and Why Can’t They Get It Done?
The debate has been going on for years — really, since Britain joined the forerunner of the European Union in 1973. Here’s why.