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It is time to hold a referendum on the monarchy
The monarchy is a central British institution — but central to all the worst aspects of our nation, from colonialism to aristocratic privilege, class inequality and undemocratic elite rule. It's time we voted on it, argues BECK ROBERTSON

IN recent years, the Windsor family has been dogged by scandal, from the racism allegedly meted out to Meghan Markle to Prince Andrew’s part in the Jeffrey Epstein affair.
Many are angered by the lack of consequences it has faced, and there have long been republicans who have felt it is egregious for one family to be elevated by mere dint of blood, a bloodline only deemed “royal” due to historical brutality and coercion.
Assent to the monarchy is enforced, and dissent is not allowed a seat at the table.
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