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Quotes from Scotland and Northern Ireland — Alex Salmond

1954–2024 Scotland

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6 quotes

Let us achieve great things for those who granted us the privilege to serve.

Scotland and Northern Ireland (2007)

You are the blood of our blood and the bone of our bone.

Scotland and Northern Ireland (2007)

I don't stand before you as the First Minister of an independent Scotland - that must wait for another day perhaps.

Scotland and Northern Ireland (2007)

Many American presidents believe they are Irish by descent. Some believe themselves to be Scottish by descent. Actually, most of them are Scots-Irish by descent - certainly the good ones!

Scotland and Northern Ireland (2007)

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.

Scotland and Northern Ireland (2007)

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.

Scotland and Northern Ireland (2007)

Attribution

Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Alex Salmond (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.