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i was impressed with how much i was drawn into that show, and scruton gave me an idea of why. He says the assertionof national identity and togetherness remains the principal duty of the crown. And their willing undertaking of this duty is the reason the queen and the royal family remain so firmly anchored in the people's affections. I find it a fascinating claim. We'll see how that proceeds goin forward.

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