At the European Parliament in Straatsburg, the Brexit speech from Conservative MEP Richard Ashworth got a standing ovation from some of his fellow MEPs.
"For over 25 years no British prime minister ever explained to the British people what Europe did, what are the benefits and why it matters," he says.
"They never defended against the untruths that were spoken.
"Because of that the British press ran a 20-year campaign based on populist mistrusts, lies and deceit.
"The consequence of that in Britain is a sad nation divided like never before.
"So let Brexit stand as a cautionary tale to the people of Europe.
"You are the generation who have lived through the longest period of peace and the greatest level of prosperity ever.
"Never take it for granted - value it, fight for it, defend it every day."
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