"It seemed to me that there should be a majority for a compromise of something like Norway "
Not an expert, but as far as I'm aware Norway has many of the benefits of EU membership, at a cost similar to membership - but without the voting rights associated with membership.
Always struck me as an odd and unattractive option. Possibly proposed by those who are unfamiliar with Norway's actual costs and benefits.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
