I am glad that Scotland
voted to remain in the UK
family. Being and American I don’t pretend to understand what the whole vote
embraced but I feel certain that working together in a unified family of
nations is more productive than going their separate ways.
I understand each nation must be firm in its identity. I was
unaware that there were tensions in the UK
over such identity, especially for Scotland . For that I am sad.
The vote stirred quite a ruckus. People talked about the
issues and emotions of dissolving the union. That will prove to be
advantageous, I think. The vote may be over but the dialog must continue.
Scottish national identity needs some work. They must ask themselves who they are and
what makes them uniquely Scot. Also, they need to work on the long term vision
of their nation – 20 years from now how will Scotland be viewed? How do they
want it to be viewed?
Struggling with these discussions is hard enough for a small
organization or business firm. For a whole nation to engage such a process is complexity
magnified! Daunting really. But still
necessary. America would do well to do this,
too!
A healthy analysis will lead to a broader understanding
among all Scots. From that vantage point all sorts of good things are possible.
Collaboration and cooperation among a diverse national population is needed for
true progress to result.
It won’t be easy but it is inescapable. Each citizen needs to engage the process and
conversation. They will need to feel a part of the process for it to be
successful.
I wish them the best of outcomes. It will lead to a strong
and fruitful future for the nation.
The rest of the global community will be watching as well.
All nations need to pay attention to their own people, their dreams and hopes.
Governing is about the common weal of the people. Without that there is no
national identity. Or spirit.
September 22, 2014
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