duncvis wrote:
To be honest, I don't give a toss...
Same here, I could never understand all the fuss over that Diana women, or have any enthusiasm for royal marriages. It's all a load of hype created to sell tabloid newspapers.
However, I like the idea of the monarchy because it separates being British from politics. For example, it would be one thing to die for Queen and country, and another thing to die for Tony Blair and country. A subtle difference, I know; perhaps more psychological than tangible, but important, nonetheless. Also, I could call Tony Blair a liar, cheat and hypocrite, without being unpatriotic; because the Queen is head of state, not that cheesy-grinning a***hole.
God save the Queen!
And may politicians rot in hell

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