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[crab man]

OK, so we've established that both our countries are mental. Sometimes, though, the insanity is logical and rational. We have a monarchy because of centuries-old tradition, although after so many reforms they're reduced to basically being for show (it's all part of Brand Britain). We're not going to abolish them, because 1) it'd cost us more than it'd save, 2) they bring in loads of money in tourism, 3) it'd be a pain in the ass to rename or reform all of our institutions, 4) we'd have to make someone President, and no-one wants to make unpopular politicians even more powerful, and probably many other reasons.

I can't defend inherited wealth and privilege, but it doesn't keep me awake at night. The issues mentioned about the US are far more pressing problems than the presence of a useless family with no chins and webbed feet. At least we wind their windows down and poke them with sticks.

So you've managed to make us level by saying we're both mental, but then subtly condescend to us by saying we're just a little bit more mental

[richey]

Subtly condescending? Of course. I'm English.

[Blugh Grant]

Heheheh

[crab man]

No wonder everyone loves your country so much.

[Ayaura]

Canada has a mansion for the Queen, and the lights are always on, just incase she shows up. We have her mug on all our coins too. We also have a governor general that signs the queens signature on all bills that are passed.... why, i don't really know...




"we're not British People anymore, we're Canadians"

Edited by Ayaura, 13 December 2010 - 02:23 PM.

[richey]

I like Rick Mercer. But you're British subjects, and when we decide you're Canadians, we'll tell you.

[Ayaura]

I like Rick Mercer. But you're British subjects, and when we decide you're Canadians, we'll tell you.

and it's that attitude that makes you soooo British.......

[spacecrumbs]

Pipe down, sub-Brit.

[Ayaura]

I like Rick Mercer. But you're British subjects, and when we decide you're Canadians, we'll tell you.

Pipe down, sub-Brit.

[Spongeyguy]

I answer to whomever supplies the guns.

[wooooogiecrisp]

you answer to this guy?

[Spongeyguy]

Yeah, I forget his name though.... Harry, maybe? Either way, a great lay...

[wooooogiecrisp]

i bet that futon has seen a lot of action

[Spongeyguy]

He doesn't look it, but he makes a great bottom. You can't see it in the picture, but my fist is tickling his stomach. (Also a good topper)

[wooooogiecrisp]

it looks like his crotch has been eating cheetoes

[sixgunsound]

stop giving people the impression that canadians are nationalists, really. frankly, i have a queen because i happen to live in canada. if it gets shit here i'll move to finland or something. i care as much about lizzy as i do about our flag. i'd happily light either on fire.

[Naan]

...I heard she grew up on the street...

[SmashySmashy]

Hey hey hey, now I just recently found out that my great great grandfather was a bastard son of the 12th Duke of Bedford, don't be trashing my ancestry by hating on the monarchy, although in truth I really don't understand why the are still held with such prestige when they aren't the full blown governing body of the UK and don't really do much more then act as figure heads for the nation.

[SmashySmashy]

I like Rick Mercer. But you're British subjects, and when we decide you're Canadians, we'll tell you.

Funny, I am pretty sure that old hag the Queen hasn't had any official power over our nation for some 100 years. Still hilarious that we have the Governor General who acts on her behalf and is the final person to sign and introduce our laws. I think it's a waste of a job paying someone to basically be a foreign diplomat with more luxury.

[Ayaura]

I like Rick Mercer. But you're British subjects, and when we decide you're Canadians, we'll tell you.

Funny, I am pretty sure that old hag the Queen hasn't had any official power over our nation for some 100 years. Still hilarious that we have the Governor General who acts on her behalf and is the final person to sign and introduce our laws. I think it's a waste of a job paying someone to basically be a foreign diplomat with more luxury.