Two English That Brexited explores the pivotal forces behind one of the most consequential decisions in modern British history: the 2016 vote to leave the European Union. In this detailed analysis, René C. Mugenzi uncovers how two distinct groups—disillusioned working-class communities in Northeast England and the aristocratic elite within the Conservative Party and UKIP played critical roles in shaping the outcome of the referendum.
Through 17 comprehensive chapters, the book delves into the economic decline, political disillusionment, and cultural identity crises that fueled the Leave vote in working-class areas, where misinformation and negative campaigns preyed on legitimate frustrations. Simultaneously, it examines the aristocratic elite’s ideological drive for sovereignty and independence, motivated by nostalgia for Britain’s imperial past and a desire to regain control from the EU.
From the grassroots discontent of everyday citizens to the power plays of aristocratic leaders like Boris Johnson and Nigel Farage, Two English That Brexited provides a deep dive into the complex factors that pushed the UK out of the European Union. Combining historical context, political insight, and a critical examination of media influence, this book sheds light on how class, identity, and ideology converged to reshape Britain’s future.
Whether you supported Leave or Remain, Two English That Brexited offers a thought-provoking reflection on the forces that led to Brexit and the lasting impact it will have on the United Kingdom.
