Courtesy of Mish.
A recent poll showed support for a “Yes” vote for Scotland independence went into the lead for the first time, overcoming a 20 percentage-point deficit.
This set off a flurry of activity including …
- An emotional “I would be heartbroken” plea by UK prime minister David Cameron
- A tearful speech by former prime minister Gordon Brown
- Fearmongering tactics by both sides
- Promises of more political independence for Scotland
Did it work?
“No” Vote Leads 53-47 Excluding 10 Percent Undecided
In the wake of the above tactics Scottish Independence Support Fades.
When taking into account all respondents, 42 percent said they would vote Yes, up 1 point, and 48 percent said they would vote No, unchanged. Ten percent said they were undecided how they would vote in the Sept. 18 referendum.
With 10 percent undecided this vote can still go either way.
Gordon Brown Close to Tears
The Telegraph reports Gordon Brown Close to Tears in Emotional Defence of UK-wide NHS.
Gordon Brown came close to tears as he spoke about his daughter’s death in a passionate speech rallying against the SNP’s healthcare “lie”.
The former prime minister’s voice cracked as he cited how NHS [National Health Services] staff saved his sight and nursed his baby daughter in hospital as he professed a “love” for public health care.
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