A little off threadd but UK a great history of democracy - sorry but I do not thinks so
Let’s think about the great UK democratic history
Our forefathers (like so many other nations across the world) have a lot to answer for
As far back as the crusades we invaded and conquered many countries causing much pain, torture, slavery, rape, pillage and murder. All in the name of God, King and country
Did the people of the day get a democratic vote on this – NO
Where they forced to join up and fight – probably
The great British empire – again we attacked other nations, overthrew their leaders, forced many into slavery, raped, tortured, murdered and forced them into the “British” way of life, tradition and beliefs etc etc no respect for their way of life
Was this voted for by the great British public – NO
a few greedy prats at the top of the aristocracy with a lust for war and riches funded these wars for growth and self-interest, supported by the leaders (religious, self-appointed politicians, aristocracy etc.) of course in the name of God, King and country
Did the masses get a say or they simply did what they were told and went to war
Back at home the UK warred against each right across the nation with no democracy and only the strong and rich dictated the laws, taxes and how the rest lived – not voting by the masses
Witches were burdened the stake, virgins sacrificed, the weak and infirm were tortured, ridiculed
Women had a very low status in male dominated society, could not vote, be a vicar, or a politician or even take a professional job - doctor, lawyer, account etc.
Children were abused
Racism was rife
Homosexual relationships were banned
In WW1 & WW2 did Germany declare war on UK – NO the UK declared war on Germany some say with good reason but at the end of the day the UK did the declaration of war
Some say Tony Blair continued this going to war business with Iraq – another debate that has been had many times. Democratic probably not
I am sure there is a lot more to be said about the dark history of the UK and the UK has a very very very dark past with violence, war, slavery etc.
One thing is true that a lot of these attitudes and misguided / brainwashed ideas that the UK is great are still falsely ingrained in our society.
Not really a true indication of a great nation with a great traditions and history of democracy, equality, fair play is it
So what is there actually to be proud of in the democratic history of the UK? – NOT A LOT
A strong EU toghether will keep us all on the right path towards a better future (than any history) for all without suffering as long as stay together, repct. each other and ensure equality, a safe and good quality of life that every human being born deserves no matter where they are born