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“In truth, most people already believe there is too much legislation and yearn for a more considered and more restricted approach. I embrace that sense of legislative restraint.”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“All that this country can achieve depends on developing our nation as a high growth, vibrant economy. In the modern global economy, even the greatest political ambition is doomed to failure without an economy driving employment, investment, research and development and rewarding success.”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“There is nothing wrong with Scotland that cannot be fixed by what is right with Scotland.”

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Paraphrase of Bill Clinton's "There is nothing wrong with America that cannot be cured with what is right in America."
Scotland in the World Forum (February 4, 2008), Church of Scotland (May 25, 2009)

“We cannot take Gaelic's future for granted, particularly when the number of speakers continues to diminish. As the stewards of Gaelic in Scotland, we are responsible for ensuring that the language is able to flourish.”

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Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Lecture (December 19, 2007)

“I believe that here we are in full agreement on the tremendous role that faith schools can play in Scottish society. And they do so by endowing our children with a strong moral foundation. A positive and distinctive identity. A keen sense of personal responsibility and the common good. A strong commitment to charity - the true meaning of which is helping others.”

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Cardinal Winning Lecture (February 2, 2008)

“This Parliament is led by Scotland's first minority Government. That innovation was unintended - very un intended - but it is one which has breathed new life into our political debate.”

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Third Session of Parliament (June 30, 2007)

“I will not give you an elegy - words to stir your hearts as our beloved Gaelic slowly fades away. And I will not be prescribing palliative care.”

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Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Lecture (December 19, 2007)

“It is the foundation of my Government's mission to build a modern, compassionate and just society in Scotland. A society where we not only meet our immediate needs, but ensure that all can share in the benefits of prosperity. And a Scotland that is ever conscious of its global responsibilities - promoting peace, supporting international development and protecting our environment. Building this society and instilling these values in our population requires the highest standards of teaching in our education system - and a strong ethical dimension.”

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Cardinal Winning Lecture (February 2, 2008)

“About my approach to law making. Despite waiting a long time - a very, very long time - to govern, it is not my position that legislative change is always or often the best way to effect change.”

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Strategic objectives of new Government (May 23, 2007)

“In this Parliamentary Chamber, above the clash of debate and the arm wrestling over amendments and motions, these enduring themes prevail - our responsibilities to the people we serve, our responsibility to our country and Scotland's responsibility to the world.”

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Third Session of Parliament (June 30, 2007)

“Those are the objectives - competence, consensus and vision - against which we should be judged. Of course that judgement could come earlier if the opposition parties wished to force an election!”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“It is about much more than the constitution. It is about how we create the vibrant economy, the healthy society and the socially and environmentally just society in which we - all of us - believe.”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“We all accept that renewable energy is vital to reducing climate change.”

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Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Lecture (December 19, 2007)

“We lost the referendum vote but can still carry the political initiative. More importantly Scotland can still emerge as the real winner.”

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“Make no mistake - Scotland has already changed. And Scotland is continuing to grow and develop as a nation and a society. Last May, the people of Scotland sent out a clear message. They did not just vote for a change of government. They voted for a change in governance. A stronger, more effective, more democratic Scotland. And they expressed their hunger for a higher level of ambition - in our government and in ourselves. In the country we seek to build. And in our image and standing abroad. These are profound and permanent changes.”

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Scotland in the World Forum (February 4, 2008)

“The coup was timed to avoid Corbyn calling for Blair’s head next Wednesday from the then he sealed his fate as leader of the Parliamentary Labour Party.”

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“The role and function of backbench politicians deserves to be treated with respect.”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“A critical aspect of increasing economic growth is creating a smarter Scotland.”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“Scotland has a unique opportunity to develop one of the strongest renewable and green energy industries in Europe - and, a world centre for excellence.”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“When the European roof is falling in on one Prime Minister it is difficult to concentrate on just how a previous one destabilised the planet.”

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“Trust is the lifeblood of a decent society. The true currency of democracy.”

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Scotland in the World Forum (February 4, 2008), Church of Scotland (May 25, 2009)
Variante: Trust is the lifeblood of a decent society. The true currency of democracy.

“As the world becomes increasingly inter-linked and competitive, we know that our future economic success and prosperity will be predicated upon the strength of our human capital, and our ability to forge and to sustain competitive advantage.”

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Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Lecture (December 19, 2007)

“I would welcome a Westminster election next month - just as long as it is not organised by the!”

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Principles and Priorities : Programme for Government (September 5, 2007)

“We Scots derive a strong sense of identity from our nationhood. Scotland has always retained a unique culture and character - not defined in opposition to our neighbours, but by ourselves and our basic values. We Scots have made great contributions in the world of philosophy, economics, science and letters. We were the first country in the world to adopt free education for all. And our legal system is a unique hybrid of the civil and common law traditions.”

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Vision for Scotland in the European Union (December 12, 2007)