Past Present Future What if… Scotland Had Voted for Independence?
Sep 19, 2024
Ben Jackson, a historian focused on Scotland's independence narratives, dives into a fascinating counterfactual discussion about the 2014 referendum. He delves into how close the vote was and what might have swayed it. Exploring emotional factors, he compares the independence discourse to Brexit. Jackson highlights the role of party politics and grassroots movements, and he ponders the potential ramifications for both Scotland and the UK had independence been achieved, including economic challenges and evolving public sentiment.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Scotland's Independence Referendum: Sentiment and Strategy
02:10 • 18min
The Interplay of Party Politics and Independence Campaigning
19:57 • 3min
Brexit vs Scottish Independence: A Voter's Emotional Landscape
23:10 • 6min
The Political Landscape Post-Scottish Independence Referendum
29:10 • 4min
Scottish Independence and Welsh Identity
33:21 • 4min
Scotland's Independence: Aftermath and Implications
37:23 • 20min
The Evolving Landscape of Scottish Independence
56:58 • 3min