Forgive me putting things in simplistic terms, but however one divines an individual countries democratic process the one thing that is generic and that is the object of the exercise is to win more votes/seats than the opposition, we have seen in the UK single issue events leading to MP's being elected, on a very narrow platform, the Doctor in Wales for example. Put simply UKIP's intentions re the smoking ban, is not to overturn it as has been misrepresented, but to amend the regulations (this can be done by the Secretary of State under the provisions contained within the Act without reference to Parliament). My point has merely been that to ignore potentially 20 million voters is Political stupidity, and as for UKIP losing the Professional Classes, I would argue that is far from the truth given the expertise which now exists which has enabled the party to develop policies for the 21st century that appeal to the people. I'm afraid those who believe that Parliament should not represent the views of the people are 'closet' Europhiles. If people are not happy with a growing membership as has just been reported from UKIP HQ and more interest in the party as I have experienced during the current Local Campaign, then perhaps they are in the wrong party. I want to win elections, as does the Leadership.
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