The idea and concept of a union of nations/states are nice and all, especially if that union of nations/states is inclusive, pragmatic and progressive in its nature, which rarely is the case unfortunately since money and private interests usually are in the driver's seat.
I mean, if I could decide I would split up the U.S. because right now this "great nation" is a farce where nothing gets done. Separate the North-West (including Northern California), the North-East, Hawaii and Michigan from the reactionary vast wastelands of Teabagistan, and let's get on with our lives (not that it would ever happen since the red states need the blue states way more than the other way around).
So I can totally identify in a way, even though the history and construct of the EU and the US are very much different.
I, however, see it only as a positive thing that you guys have actual gun laws and regulations. The way it is here is horrendous and immoral on every account. I do however agree that this porn thing is kind of silly. I'm sure there are more urging matters in the UK that needs to be addressed and dealt with.