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.

How does the speaker feel about their time serving as First Minister?

What does the speaker imply about the future political initiative of Scotland despite losing the referendum?