Joe, the discussion is anything but rational. Ranting and f**king is about the height of it. The thread was started with good intentions, gradually it went downhill with bad language, loss of temper and repeated posts.

I am not surprised members or supporters of the British National Party aren't challenging comments, what is there to challenge ?

If anyone above thinks their comments will change the mind of the electorate, the are deluded.
It is one thing expressing ones opposition to the politics of another, it's another to call them f**kers and thugs and think that wins the arguement !

Freedom of speech and choice to vote for whoever you chose still exists in Britain today. Reading the comments above reminds me of the child who takes his ball and runs home crying because he wasn't allowed to be team captain. The comments are childish and frankly meaningless. Some people would do better putting their energy into something worthwhile.

I would like to see this thread closed and tempers cooled for a day or two.

Politics for politicians, Music for musicians.

On a sadder note, I just learned tonight Hurricane Smith died last year. A great guy, served in World War Two, worked with the Beatles and wrote and performed several hit recordings.