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Thu 09 Sep 2009The only sane course is to say No to this undemocratic formula
OPINION:The Lisbon Treaty is anti-democratic and so is the way it is being ratified, writes DECLAN GANLEY
SIXTEEN MONTHS ago, Ireland was the most popular nation in Europe. As news of our No vote spread, we were cheered across the continent. Bouquets of flowers were handed in to startled receptionists in our embassies. Crowds waved “Thank you Ireland” placards.
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