Scottish Referendum: Alex Salmond speech and resignation

The speaker expresses pride in the Yes Scotland campaign and the high voter turnout in the referendum. Despite losing the vote, there is an opportunity to push for more power devolution from Westminster. The speaker announces a leadership change, stepping down as First Minister to allow new leadership to guide Scotland forward. The focus remains on the energized activism of the people, emphasizing that the process is bigger than any individual or party. Scotland can still take the political initiative and emerge as a winner.

What aspect of the referendum does the speaker express pride in?

• The low voter turnout

• The lack of media coverage

• The campaign's financial backing

• The high voter turnout and democratic engagement

What is the Prime Minister's stance on the New Scotland bill vote?

• He has already passed it

• He fully supports it

• He is unaware of it

• He is reluctant to commit to it

According to the speaker, who are the real guardians of progress?

• Politicians at Westminster

• The Prime Minister

• Grassroots activists

• The media

What decision does the speaker announce regarding his political career?

• He will continue as First Minister indefinitely

• He will retire from politics

• He will run for Prime Minister

• He will step down as First Minister

What does the speaker believe about Scotland's future after the referendum?

• Scotland should merge with another country

• Scotland should focus on economic issues

• Scotland can still take the political initiative

• Scotland has no future in politics