Yes, I agree. It's bad practice generally, not unknown in academic circles too and ubiquitous in journalism, to only pick quotes that suit your agenda "to make a coherent piece". My gr… (View Post)

I hope you're right, and logically it seems quite likely. But do you have non-anecdotal evidence that people are becoming less scared and taking more chances? My anecdotal impression is that peo… (View Post)

Sorry to hear about the health issues - an early GP appointment sounds a good idea. Look after yourself, whatever party you currently fancy! (View Post)

Indeed. We just vary how deep our cover is... It's interesting to reflect that to some extent these things are often a matter of time. To Balfour, say, I expect we really would all seem hard lef… (View Post)

I agree with the header, with one addition. Scotland can't be refused a second referendum forever, so it's a matter of timing. Offering the SNP a referendum at the end of the next Parliamen… (View Post)