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Made it to about 5.30 when the result became obvious and they were interviewing the deputy first minister, apart from a few cat-naps.
Poor old Huw looked like he was right on the edge of being able to do the job... his eyes were everywhere presumably having to track a whole raft of monitors and feeds while holding a live panel together.
He must be knackered!Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishingComment
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Where was the "I had a Monster thunderstorm over North London and was awake, so watched a few of the early morning declarations" options.
I am relieved that sanity finally prevailed. Not saying independence is not something that may come in time, BUT when the Yes campaign can fill more of the important knowledge gaps.Never has a man been heard to say on his death bed that he wishes he'd spent more time in the office.Comment
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The coverage was pretty poor, I got the impression that nobody wanted to do the BBC gig and poor Huw got the tulipty end of the stick.
SKY was really feckin poor, Kay chasing around trying to give the impression there was widespread vote rigging.Comment
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After this morning’s result there were no losers in Scotland, only some folk that won more than some others.
For those that chose NO it is much clearer to see where they triumphed, but for the YES camp there were also some great achievements, even though they may not be so obvious yet.
MY country showed a watching world what true political engagement really is. People from all walks of life, all ages, sexes, creeds, political leanings and backgrounds took the time and trouble to analyse the whole complex topic and peacefully came to their conclusions. An 85% turnout is a phenomenal endorsement of our brand of democracy.
Even with the stakes so high, it was a very civilised and enlightening experience even watching from the sidelines as I had no personal vote to cast.
The people of Scotland, and in particular the YES camp achieved some great things. They singlehandedly backed the Westminster establishment into a corner where they have been left with no alternative but to deliver more power into the hands of native Scots. They made these promises on the world stage in the full glare of international scrutiny, and were publicly tied into a tight timeline for delivery.
They dare not renege on these promises or they will be aware that a voter swing of only 5-6% could secure a triumph at any subsequent referendum.
Moreover, the passion and spirit of their campaign appears to have woken a sleeping tiger amongst the other member states of the Union. Already there are loud calls for more regionalisation and large scale decentralisation from all across the islands.
The silent majority have been awakened to the possibilities of what a concerted voice can still achieve. The hopes for social justice seem to me to have been hugely enhanced almost overnight.
None of this would have come about had the YES camp not put forward such a spirited argument and campaign.
So be aware those that voted YES, you may only have lost a battle. The war for justice continues.
If your ultimate goal was to achieve the birth of a fairer and more even-handed society, you may yet have started that particular ball rolling in a way that benefits far more than a mere 5 million people. This whole crusade might yet spread across the remaining populace of these islands.“The period of the disintegration of the European Union has begun. And the first vessel to have departed is Britain”Comment
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Originally posted by minestrone View PostThe coverage was pretty poorOriginally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishingComment
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Originally posted by minestrone View PostThe coverage was pretty poor, I got the impression that nobody wanted to do the BBC gig and poor Huw got the tulipty end of the stick.
SKY was really feckin poor, Kay chasing around trying to give the impression there was widespread vote rigging.
Also a blonde American lady who was there for Facebook. Saw Adam Boulton interviewing her so she was probably talking about the social network side of things.Comment
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