[bd476]

I have mixed emotions about this election. An independent Scotland would not be helpful to the United Kingdom, nor, in my opinion, would it be helpful to Scotland, except perhaps to save money in social services for the UK and taxes for Scotland. Also it's a bit disconcerting that teenagers younger than 18 are eligible to vote.

On the other hand, my guess is that my Welsh, Norwegian and (one?) Irish ancestors would likely applaud Scotland's attempt to separate from the UK.

[Talisker]

Also it's a bit disconcerting that teenagers younger than 18 are eligible to vote.

That's the part that really sticks out for me - that's a sandbag. But which direction? On the one hand, young people "want to be independant." On the other hand, TOO young of a person "wants to get along" and also doesn't want to lose their familiy identification. So I believe some extremely professional level metrics were done on this issue by whomever pushed for this age of voter, in order to swing the election to their choice - apparently to "no."

[dglang]

Being of English, Irish, Scottish ancestry I have no specific choice in this election based on nationality. I am however firmly in the NO category based on my belief that it is better for the world for Scotland to remain a part of the UK for their as well as England’s benefit.

Since England is a solid ally of the U.S. it is better for all if they remain strong which will assist them in fighting any Islamic effort to conquer first Scotland and
after establishing a foothold there concentrate on Britain itself.

[Myrddin]

Wales would likely vote yes. They have been trying to escape the English domination for centuries. It would be a tough time economically as the mining industries have largely shutdown. Wool and tourism remain.