Scotland Quotes - page 3

Without the church there would be no Scotland - and something important, precious and distinctive would have been lost to the world. (Alex Salmond)
I want to see Gaelic thrive across the whole of Scotland. View quote
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Not only would an independent Scotland within Europe be at ease with ourselves and our partners at the table. We would be naturally suited to the aims and values of Europe itself - and with the responsibilities of being modern, compassionate, global Europeans. View quote
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We celebrate the values which define modern Scotland: the values of humanity, compassion, enterprise, ambition, and a determined internationalism. View quote
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Scotland is a country which has at its core an internationalism which has been much affected by centuries both of migration and also of welcoming those from other countries. View quote
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I have always had a special regard for the General Assembly and its members. This is the place - and you are the people - that do so much to give expression to the heart of Scotland. View quote
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There is nothing wrong with Scotland that cannot be fixed by what is right with Scotland. View quote
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It is the foundation of my Government's mission to build a modern, compassionate and just society in Scotland. A society where we not only meet our immediate needs, but ensure that all can share in the benefits of prosperity. And a Scotland that is ever conscious of its global responsibilities - promoting peace, supporting international development and protecting our environment. Building this society and instilling these values in our population requires the highest standards of teaching in our education system - and a strong ethical dimension. View quote
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We lost the referendum vote but can still carry the political initiative. More importantly Scotland can still emerge as the real winner. View quote
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Make no mistake - Scotland has already changed. And Scotland is continuing to grow and develop as a nation and a society. Last May, the people of Scotland sent out a clear message. They did not just vote for a change of government. They voted for a change in governance. A stronger, more effective, more democratic Scotland. And they expressed their hunger for a higher level of ambition - in our government and in ourselves. In the country we seek to build. And in our image and standing abroad. These are profound and permanent changes. View quote
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A critical aspect of increasing economic growth is creating a smarter Scotland. (Alex Salmond)
Scotland has a unique opportunity to develop one of the strongest renewable and green energy industries in Europe - and, a world centre for excellence. View quote
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We Scots derive a strong sense of identity from our nationhood. Scotland has always retained a unique culture and character - not defined in opposition to our neighbours, but by ourselves and our basic values. We Scots have made great contributions in the world of philosophy, economics, science and letters. We were the first country in the world to adopt free education for all. And our legal system is a unique hybrid of the civil and common law traditions. View quote
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We now have the opportunity to hold Westminster's feet to the fire on the "vow” that they have made to devolve further meaningful power to Scotland. This places Scotland in a very strong position. View quote
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No Member State, even the most passionately pro-European, is always fully in agreement with all the policies of the EU. And all make their voice heard on the issues that affect them most. This is how Europe should work. It is how an independent Scotland would act. View quote
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The people of Scotland want a Government based on principle but able to move with mainstream opinion to build consensus in the public interest. View quote
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In Scotland you were allowed to starve but had to learn to read and write. Whereas in England the poor house provided an alternative to starvation, but education was only for the privileged few. This country has been a learning nation - first, last and always. View quote
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A study only last year by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation showed that young people from white families placed less importance on their Scottishness than young people from Indian, Pakistani and Chinese families. These new and newer Scots see much more clearly and appreciate the values and qualities that make this nation great. And it is right that, as we consider the future of Scotland, as a people we also look at ourselves afresh and take pride in who we are. View quote
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A visible police presence on the streets is the best means we have of reassuring communities throughout Scotland. We know too that high visibility policing deters criminals. View quote
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The prevailing mood in my country is one of optimism and opportunity. Scotland is restless for change and keen to expand its influence and to reach out beyond our shores. View quote
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I believe in the restoration of an independent Scotland. Others in this chamber take a different view. I welcome that debate and the national conversation to follow. The challenge for all of us is to have that conversation with dignity, with respect and with substance. (Alex Salmond)
Scotland has a global identity. We have always been internationalists, looking beyond our shores for ideas, influences and ways that we can enrich others. Scotland has deep ties of kinship and history with the Commonwealth. And the Scots Diaspora has a prominent place in the history of the United States, Canada and many nations. View quote
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As you sowed, so Scotland reaped. View quote
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Scotland will not be a foreign country after independence, any more than Ireland, Northern Ireland, England or Wales could ever be "foreign countries” to Scotland. View quote
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I want to see Scotland at the heart of Europe's energy policy and future. View quote
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