What If Britain Left the EU?

If the United Kingdom left the European Union, the country would face additional political and social problems including internal divisions and popular disillusionment. The move would also destabilize the EU overall, aggravating tensions between France and Germany and generating pessimism that could recreate the power-feuding Europe of the early-20th century. Some politicians in Britain use EU membership as a scapegoat, suggests an essay in the Guardian. While its single currency would make the UK’s exit easier than for other member nations, the tensions could damage trade relations with other European nations. Moreover, the age of British international dominance has passed, so regardless of its EU-membership, the nation could face a tough economy and lower standard of living in the century ahead. Meanwhile, the British national and cultural identity could suffer after ushering in an isolationist government and severing ties with Europe. – YaleGlobal