I flatly reject the notion that it is just a matter of common sense to be a part of the EU versus not. Giving up a little bit of sovereignty to the EU has both

I flatly reject the notion that it is just a matter of common sense to be a part of the EU versus not. Giving up a little bit of sovereignty to the EU has both benefits and costs. I am merely affirming my OPs point in that actions have consequences. I'm just suggesting that it's possible that joining the EU may come with consequences that a country won't be willing to bare. 52% of the voting populace of the UK stated as much.