Is Brexit Bad for Israel? <br>Yes, Cameron Claims <br>In His Biggest Whopper
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Of all the lies being told by the opponents of an independent Britain, the most offensive is Prime Minister Cameron’s suggestion that a British exit from the European Union would somehow be bad for Israel.
He told that whopper in a speech Monday to a Jewish charity in London. He was speaking as the Financial Times was readying its latest poll tracker showing the referendum today on independence from Europe had become too close to call.
“When Europe is discussing its attitude to Israel, do you want Britain — Israel’s greatest friend — in there opposing boycotts, opposing the campaign for divestment and sanctions, or do you want us outside the room, powerless to affect the discussion that takes place?” Cameron said.
Think about that for a moment . . .
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