Belgium nears record of 150 days without a government


	Belgium nears record of 150 days without a government

Djiezes

11-4-2007 9:28 AM

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belgium, government, politics, flanders, wallonia, elections, brussels, federalism, seperatism, bhv

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11-4-2007 7:52 PM

pokkets

Have the Belgians noticed ? Maybe they appreciate the break

11-5-2007 5:33 AM

haraya

There aren't any violent rallies or anything, right? Be safe.

11-5-2007 8:09 AM

Djiezes

Oh, we've noticed. The papers, news etc have been full of it for almost 5 months. It's been quite tiring to follow the formation talks.
Apart from some Turkish protesters rioting in our capital, nothing really (physically) violent has been going on here. But thanks for your concern anyway

11-5-2007 9:31 AM

bignosemousie

Hang in there, Djiezes!

11-5-2007 4:51 PM

Questra

My boyfriend doesn't understand why we should pay taxes, since there is still no government.
Good point right

11-5-2007 5:12 PM

raven714

I agree why should you have to pay taxes if there is no government.
What can they do!
I just hope they get it together, and remember that the people come first. Be careful!

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