The News Agents Nicola Sturgeon’s message to Keir Starmer - Stop making Nigel Farage the next PM
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Sep 12, 2025 
Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, shares her insights on the political landscape and her reflections since leaving office. She strongly warns Keir Starmer against legitimizing Nigel Farage, fearing it might lead to his rise as Prime Minister. Sturgeon discusses her tumultuous relationship with Alex Salmond, the fallout from her gender ID policy, and the challenges of navigating personal crises, including a disturbing police investigation that affected her family life. Her thoughts on Scottish independence reveal a contemplative leader still passionate about her vision for Scotland.
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Don't Legitimize Farage's Core Argument
- Nicola Sturgeon warns that legitimising Nigel Farage's framing on immigration hands him political advantage.
- She argues adopting his premise risks voters choosing Farage over those who echo his central argument.
Mimicking To Fit In Cost Her Authenticity
- Nicola Sturgeon recalls mimicking male colleagues early in her career to fit in and losing her own persona.
- She says that effort left her perceived as dull and took years to unravel and become comfortable in her skin.
Find Comfort In Your Own Skin
- Find a way of being comfortable in your own skin rather than perform to others' expectations.
- Nicola Sturgeon advises young women to cultivate self-acceptance despite gendered criticism.