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The Pearl of Africa Shines Brightly

“In 1908, the former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill described the African nation of Uganda as ‘the Pearl of Africa’.”

“The sobering reality here is that the ideological cheerleader for this inconsistent definition of equality is our party of government.”

“Alongside the immediate pang at the loss of two gifted politicians, what both Campbell and Ross have done is heroic.”

“I share the parental concern that an adult entertainer named after a sex act should attend a Scottish primary school.”

The UK social security system sought to undermine the five great evils described as “want, squalor, ignorance, idleness and disease”.

“I have a weak spot for a good writer but also for nuance, which is why I read so widely.”

“Many women I encountered were forced to supplement the use of sanitary items with socks, toilet roll and even newspaper.”

“On a legal basis, Derek Mackay should not only lose his government role but also be dismissed as an MSP.”

“One of the biggest obstacles to my voting to leave the EU was a life spent alongside people experiencing poverty.”

“A mandate requires the SNP to make a clear commitment to hold another referendum in 2021 and secure a majority.”