Independence?

One of my very occasional trips into politics.

The Scottish referendum is almost upon us.  It would in my view be a calamity for Scotland, the rest of the UK and indeed the world if the vote was in favour of independence.

1.  The uk with Scotland as an integral part, has for almost 1000 years, overwhelmingly been a force for good in the world.  Of course we have not always got it right, but the good outweighs the bad, despite propaganda, usually coming from the UK itself, to the contrary.

2.  Scotland leaving the UK would weaken the rest and reduce that good influence in the world.

3.  Economically, despite nonsense spouted by Eck and his pals, Scotland would in short order become a socialist basket case.  Even the great haggis himself acknowledges mass immigration would be required to make his sums work. Where will they all live?  Most of the proposed policies depend on who would govern Scotland - Eck sees himself in a Lairdly role.  In truth tax rises and falling house prices would drive many Scots south.

4.  Scotland is "independent" already. Look at the number of Scots in the last few uk governments and then tell me that Scotland is not an equal partner.  It could be argued that Scotland has chosen the UK government in every general election since the 50's


So come on voters registered in Scotland.  If you are Scottish, vote NO. to avoid an irretrievable disaster.  If you can vote but are not a Scot, ask if you have the moral right to effect the future of all native Scots for all time and do not vote.

Scotland has been let down by the political elite.  An issue such as this should require more than a simple majority to change the future destiny of a great country.  We must play the cards we are dealt.  For God's sake vote NO!

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