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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Gary Younge

Northern migration

Republicans watch the vice-presidential teleivision debate in a restaurant in Roanoke, Virgina.
Republicans watch the vice-presidential teleivision debate in a restaurant in Roanoke, Virginia. Photograph: Sean Smith

Overheard at the Roanoke Hotel breakfast buffet: "Well you're a pretty lady too. But would I want you as my vice-president? Hell no."

This is funny, if a bit grating on the ear.

Why is it that American liberals never threaten to move to Mexico if the Republicans win? And when the Republicans do win why do they never actually go? Please. Help me understand.

· Contact Gary Younge at g.younge@theguardian.com

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