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Lisbon vs Dublin - How to Win the Referendum

by André Nilsen

Recommendation to the European Council and Ireland

With an unpopular government, a disorganized pro-Lisbon movement, and a strong anti-Lisbon campaign, winning the new Irish referendum requires mobilizing domestic and European support, refocusing and reframing the issue, emphasizing the stakes, and improving public understanding.

OCGG Government Recommendation No 6 (PDF)