The Tories have form when it comes to economic catastrophe
by Phillip Inman from on (#48ACE)
Hard Brexit is only the latest example where the British economy has taken second place to pride and party loyalty
A no-deal Brexit is just another cataclysmic event among many in Britain's recent history. That's why there is a good chance it's going to happen.
The economy, unfortunately, has usually taken second place over the last 60 years to pride, party loyalty or - and this must be the most significant driving force - a trusting sense that no matter how bad things look everything will turn out OK.
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