Should This Country Become A Republic?

[anotheoldgit]

Today Queen Elizabeth II becomes Britain's longest serving monarch.

It was suggested by a certain Left-Wing radio presenter, that when our Queen's reign finally comes to an end, the country should consider scrapping the monarchy and become a Republic, ruled by a President.

What could be gained by this, we are already ruled by a politician?

What do other ABers think?

[Quizmonster]

Given Prince Charles's record to date of getting - surreptitiously - "involved" in politics, I'd imagine that he'd find it hard to keep out of the ghastly business once the crown was his. So, 'Yes' is my answer to the OP, given that I'd also rather be a citizen than a subject.

[-Talbot-]

Well that's how I feel about the Queens flag wavers .......and the fans of the Beatles...brainwashed.

[Svejk]

A comrade^.

[Old_Geezer]

It should already be. Olly Cromwell gave the country the chance but the regime he offered mean folk foolishly asked an elite to return so they could bow down to him. Royalty is now an anachronism, allowing a family to live in luxury on the State. But why would we need a president ? This is always suggested and seems to be the nonsense of replacing one irrelevance with another. We already have a parliament and an elected leader of it. Even if that leader was chosen by the members of the largest party and not the people. We need parliamentary reform, but we can get rid of the royal part first.

[jim360]

The Queen has plenty of state duties -- someone, at least, would be needed to carry on those duties after she is replaced. Elected or otherwise, you cannot abolish the role of Head of State.

[Svejk]

Let's have an AB poll. Democracy in action.

[naomi24]

Talbot, //that's how I feel about the Queens flag wavers .......and the fans of the Beatles...brainwashed.//

Can't see that myself.

[ToraToraTora]

No

[Old_Geezer]

Name a royal state duty that has any importance.

The best I can think of is meeting and greeting another irrelevant elite from another country. I don't think it happens that much that five minutes with the PM who wishes them a nice visit, couldn't cover.

If you think visiting other countries important, get a few diplomats to do the job in their spare time.

[vulcan42]

Talbot, have you been brainwashed into believing this isn't true?
\\ Brainwashing is the attempt to change the thoughts and beliefs of another person against their will.//

[anotheoldgit]

douglas9401

/// And what would all those very hairy soldiers in red jackets do for employment? ///

What they have done for generations, protect the land we live in, and risking their lives, fighting in foreign lands.

[anotheoldgit]

Funny how those on the Left wish to get rid of the monarchy.

Take how the Soviets got rid of theirs for example.

[-Talbot-]

Vulcan...Why are you addressing that Q to me?

[vulcan42]

Talbot, because of what you have written here.
\\ Well that's how I feel about the Queens flag wavers .......and the fans of the Beatles...brainwashed.//
Do you think the flag wavers and beatle fans were forced to react against their will?

[mccfluff]

no, i'm not the biggest royalist but i think they bring a lot of tourism our way

[-Talbot-]

Go back a bit further, Vulcan....to about 11:00 Wed 09th Sep 2015

[CleeMan]

In answer to the question; yes Britain should become a Republic.

In answer to some of the points raised;

Not all Republicans are left wing, they come from both left and right.

Why do people immediately think President Blair? Were we to have a Republic, then I would suggest it be run on a non political basis with an election every 4/5 years.

[Mick-the-Miller]

I'm no lover of the Monarchy but what puts me off about becoming a Republic is thinking of who might become President - can you imagine President Boris, or President Blair, or heaven forfend President Clarkson - eek!!

[anotheoldgit]

/// I would suggest it be run on a non political basis with an election every 4/5 years. ///

And how could that possibly be achieved?

[Marshwarble]

Hanging or guillotine? Tybald was popular.