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Old 1st Feb 2015, 12:26
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Well I live in Gloucestershire but will not be voting for Sophy.

But before anyone springs to the defence of any political party over military matters, tell me one party in the last twenty years that have ensured that the defence of our nation is safe. Since Mrs Thatcher, we have never had anyone who had had any idea of military matter (amazingly she did, but only listening to those who were in the know). Billions of pounds have been wasted!

I have just had the new notice of where my taxes are spent... twopence on defence, billions on welfare and oversea aid. Where would we be now without politicians like Churchill who not only understood the importance of defence, but had some experience?

Chamberlain or Churchill; you choose!
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