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Despite what most people are claiming on social media and even here, the fact is no one actually knows what is going to happen. Even Nigel Farage, the leader behind the "Brexit" movement, has said he has "absolutely no idea what will happen..."

http://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/world/nigel-farage...

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Why did they have a vote if they hadn't planned for what would happen afterward? It's completely absurd.

It is, it usually seems to be with referendums like this. I remember a similar situation with the Quebec referendum of 95. A lot of unresolved questions, vague ideas on how to essentially keep certain things the same and change others but no concrete plan. Brexit is obviously way worse given the global impact. It will take at least decades to fully resolve.

Because the consequences can only be determined by a long and drawn out negotiation process.

Like getting a divorce and then work out custody and share of assets after.

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