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Old 20th Aug 2010, 19:07
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Originally Posted by Wyler
We are a tiny, bankrupt, over-populated island nation off the northern coast of mainland Europe. The next few decades are going to be about basic survival, never mind flexing our muscles around the globe.
That sounds rather like the '60s when the IMF were trying to run our show. So we're supposed to give up and blend with the scenery?

There is a principle of "run or be run". Perhaps that appeals to some people; so long as their personal wealth and comfort are assured.
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