[BatGuano]

What amazes me is how the question was presented. The “yes” vote, a positive was to separate from the Union, a negative. The “No” vote meant a positive thing, staying in the Union. I realize it is a matter of perspective but that's my take. The “Yes” was a vote for a communist leader, Salmond, to take over the country.

More importantly, with an issue as significant as this, only a simple majority was required? I would think that a minimum of 60% to end a historic relationship, testy of course but 307 years together.

[Gay State Conservative]

The “Yes” was a vote for a communist leader, Salmond, to take over the country.

It's my understanding that Salmond was given *everything* he wanted in setting up this referendum.The fact that "yes" was for separation was part of that strategy and was a huge advantage for him.what I read went on to say that the "Unionist" strategy was born of overconfidence but 56% to 44% isn't really close...IMO.