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Alex Salmond normalized the concept of Scottish independence while bringing the SNP to power

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Alex Salmond normalized the concept of Scottish independence while bringing the SNP to power

Alex Salmond cemented his place in British political history in May 2011, when he and the Scottish National Party did something extraordinary. They won a basic majority at Holyrood, under a proportional system designed to promote coalitions, not one party dominance. With the SNP winning 69 of Holyrood's 129 seats, the result revealed two things … Read more

Former Scottish leader Alex Salmond, who almost achieved Scottish independence from the United Kingdom, dies at 69

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Former Scottish leader Alex Salmond, who almost achieved Scottish independence from the United Kingdom, dies at 69

Alex Salmond, former First Minister of Scotland who championed Scottish independence, has died at the age of 69. Tributes poured in from across the political spectrum, including from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who called Salmond a “monumental figure” in British politics. Salmond served as First Minister from 2007 to 2014 and was leader of … Read more