To support the Nice treaty is to vote for continued investment and growth in the economy. Those opposing the treaty cannot point to one economic argument as to why we should agree with them. Many arguments in opposition to the treaty have been put forward time and time again since 1973 and have not stood up to scrutiny, nor do they now. The European Union has greatly benefited Ireland, while we have contributed greatly to its development. The referendum offers all people the opportunity to shape the future of the country and of the EU. In short, the Nice treaty marks the cross-roads of the future of this country and we must be sure that we take the correct path. We must be sure that we vote "Yes".