going to have all the answers, but it has to be smarter simpler, more efficient, and a better partner. that means access to advanced technology so that government agencies can more effectively serve their customers, the american people. we need expertise and innovation from the private sector to help cut waste and streamlined. there is so much that works in america. for every problem that we face someone, somewhere is solving it. silicon valley cracked the code it while ago. many states are pioneering new ways to offer services. i want to help washington ketchup -- catch up. to do that, we need a political system that produces results by solving problems that hold us back, not one overwhelms bipartisanship and and

flexibility -- inflexiility. i will always find common ground with allies and opponents alike, but i will also stand my ground. that is something that i did as senator and secretary of state. weather was expanding health care for children or our national guard, or improving foster care in the adoption system. it is something that i will always do as your president. we americans may differ, bigger, stumble and fall, but we are at our best when we take each other up, and have each other's backs. like any family, our american family is strongest when we cherish what we have in common and fight back against those who would drive us apart. people all over the world have

asked me, how could you and president obama worked together after you fought so hard against each other in that long campaign? that is an understandable question considering that in many places, if you lose an election, you could get in prison, exiled, even killed. not hired as secretary of state. [applause] but president obama asked me to serve, and i excepted because we both love our country. [applause] that is how we do in america. with that same spirit together we can win. we can build an economy where hard work is rewarded. we can strengthen our families.

we can defend our country, and increase our opportunities all over the world. and we can renew the promises of our democracy if we all do our part in our families, places of unions, and yes, in the voting booth. help me build this campaign, and make it your own. talk to your friends, family neighbors. text "join" to 47246. go to hillaryclinton.com and sign up to make calls and knock on doors. [applause] it is no secret that we are going up against some pretty powerful forces that will do and spend whatever it takes to advance a very different vision for america. i have spent my life fighting for children, families, and our

country, and i'm not stopping now. [applause] [cheering] [chanting: hillary] i know how hard this job is. i have seen up close and personal. all the presidents, and office -- all the presidents come in office looking so vigorous, and then we watched their hair grow grayer and grayer. i may not be the youngest candidate in the race, but i will be the youngest woman president in the history of the united states. [applause]

and the first grandmother as well. [applause] and one additional advantage. you won't see my hair turn white in the white house, i have been coloring it for years. [applause] i am looking for a great debate amongst democrats, republicans and independents. i'm not running to be present for those americans who already agree with me. i want to be president for all americans. along the way, i will let you in on the secret. i will not get everything right. lord knows that i have made my share of mistakes -- and i

certainly have not won every battle that i have fought. leadership means perseverance and hard choices. you have to push through the setbacks and disappointments and keep at it. you know by now that i have been called many things by many people. quitter is not one of them. [applause] like so much else in my life, i got it from my mother. when i was a girl, she never let me back down from bullies or barriers. in her later years, mom lived with us, and she was still teaching me the same lessons. i would come home from a hard day at the senate or state department, sit down with her at a small table in the breakfast nook and let everything pour out. she would remind me why we keep fighting even when the hours are

long and opposition is fierce. i can still hear her saying, life is not about what happens to you, it is about what you do with what happens to you. get back out there. [applause] she lived to be 92 years old. i often think about all the battles that she witnessed over the course of the last century. all the progress that was one because -- that was won because americans refuse to give up or back down. she was born on june 4, 1919 before american women have the right to vote. but, congress passed the constitutional amendment that would change that forever. the story of america is the story of hard-fought, hard-won progress, and it continues today. new chapters are being written

by men and women who believe that all of us, not just some, but all should have the chance to live up to our god-given potential. not only because we are a tolerant country or generous country, or compassionate country, but because we are a better, stronger, more prosperous country what we harness the talent, hard work, and ingenuity of every single hard-working american. i wish my mother could have been with us longer. i wish you could have seen chelsea become a mother herself. i wish he could have met charlotte. i wish you could have seen the america that we will build together. and america, where if you do your part, we reap the reward. an america where a father can tell his daughter, yes, you can be anything you want to be, even

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>> on the next washington journal, reaction to hillary clinton's formal campaign announcement and preview jeb bush's announcement. and president obama's meeting with g7 leaders next week and whether the sanctions against russia are working. we take your calls and you can join the conversation. washington journal live on c-span. >> mary todd lincoln was known to be well educated and bright. it she spoke several languages fluently and took an active role in her husband's career. she suffered a series of emotional challenges. three of her four children died and her husband was assassinated

while sitting next to her. mary todd lincoln, on first lady's influence and image. from martha washington to michelle obama sundays on c-span3. >> the united kingdom will have a referendum by the end of 2017 on whether to remain a member of the european union. the scholarship -- the scottish parliament discussed this. >> motion number one membership wishes to take part in the debate should speak now.

>> scotland has been an integral part of the european union for 40 years. it will remain a priority for this government. we stand near a crossroads. the outcome of the general election has resulted in a referendum bill which lays the ground for a referendum in the u.k. before the end of 2017. whilst the scottish government remains clear we do not support a referendum, a referendum is now a reality and we must deal with it. it fails to meet the gold standard of the independent referendum in regards to the franchise on reform. this snp government set out

reform goals in 2014 and these can be achieved without change. the presiding officer will make the case of the benefits of eu referendum why it is vital the membership continues, and why it is incumbent to make the case for continued membership as a referendum approaches. this chamber has debated on a number of occasions with a strong consensus. i think the referendum is now an inevitability. we must spell out the case for scotland's eu membership going forward. we will ensure the facts are set out to tackle the fears and smears of those who want to see an eu exit. the first -- the minister was in brussels last week.

to the minister's argument of that was this, as a country of 5 million people we understand we cannot act in isolation. partnership is essential for progress, and the fundamental vision of the eu of nations working together for a common goal of -- common good appeals to us. in many areas it can only be successful with 28 members are together. it seems hopelessly optimistic to conclude member states acting alone could fight climate change or develop a northeast grand that will one day allow countries to trade renewable energy. the eu must look outward and act globally or it will become the old continent of the past where the world moves on without it.

membership places our businesses within the world's largest economy, 500 million citizens avoid -- enjoy some of the highest standards of living. businesses supply services both in the uae -- eu and the global market. and the 12.9 billion pounds each year. those export support 300,000 jobs. a survey published last month confirms scotland is the most successful for attracting projects. that is due to the skill of our workforce. for many it is a vital selling point.

let's not forget the benefits the funding delivers to scotland, including the years of structural funds over the 2014 to 2020 or the 572 million years worth of competitive funding in the. of 2007 to 2013. membership goes beyond the economic rationale. the experience of the eu and our vision is one which we can create a more equal and inclusive society. the scottish government believes in a europe that tackles the question of social justice. the eu has protected the welfare of its citizens, promoting gender equality, improved conditions for workers, and strengthening consumer rights. a european union of members who

embrace and promote human rights through the convention rather than dismiss them or seek to refute them, a europe that deals collectively with humanitarian issues bike refugees with compassion not hostility. i welcome the social and cultural economic benefits that migration does to scotland communities. the right to freedom of movement is of huge benefit to scotsman move to work elsewhere in the eu. 171,000 people born elsewhere in the eu currently live in scotland. contrary to the claims one hears elsewhere by immigration, the eu migrants to the u.k. made a net contribution of 20 billion pounds between 2001 and 2011. the loss of income would cost all of us. by being a productive member we can share our voices and shaved

eu laws and policies to ensure they are of benefit to our citizens. alternatives such as joining nafta offer -- [inaudible] as the norwegian minister of foreign affairs highlighted a matter of days ago we have to implement all eu directives, we are not around the table when they are discussed in brussels. none of us today will be able to vote to amend the actual referendum bill. that should not stop us from expressing our views on it. it fall short in a number of areas. the 16 and 17-year-olds who voted in a referendum are engaged, thoughtful, concerned citizens we knew they would be. the case for letting them vote in the referendum is overwhelming.

>> is the cabinet secretary aware dr. wollaston in this morning's debate advocated precisely that point. she is a senior conservative chair of committee. >> i'm very grateful for the member and pleased to hear. i think this is a case that can and should be one. a united voice in this advocating votes from those in westminster from a number of arteries will be very important as this bill progresses. eu citizens can vote in scottish parliamentary and local government elections and they were able to go in the independence referendum, something out on which all parties agreed. they have chosen to make scotland their home. a case for extending the vote to

them is strong. they should have a voice in the issues that affect our country and i don't understand why the government is proposing to grant the right to other countries living in the u.k. but not the remaining 24. the polls have shown that people in scotland have a more favorable attitude to the eu relative to their english counterparts. the scottish government will argue for a double lock provision where the u.k. can only leave the eu if each constituent votes to leave. it is used in some federal state such as canada or australia. it should apply in this instance to this referendum bill. >> can i ask if scotland votes no but the rest of the u.k. votes yes, how will double majority act in that? >> i don't scotland -- i don't think scotland will vote no.

as long as there are no health and safety issues, i plan to continue. >> on this issue of double majority, why were the people of shetland not given the veto during the independence veto last year? >> they have their own issues with the current mp in relation to concerns. this is a national referendum in relation to the independence referendum. i think the provisions -- i didn't see him putting forward a double majority in that instance . on timing, no date has been set but it is imperative that

referendum avoids the scottish parliamentary elections in may 2016 and 2017. i hope that is something that can be set. we can get in this place. the scottish government has never argued the eu is perfect. we set out suggestions for eu reform. institutions have grown distant from the citizens and there is indeed to reconnect. firstly by influencing the renewed eu institutions to pursue further form so the regulations are more accountable and targeted. by implementing the agreed cfp reforms, and by influencing the renewed eu to prioritize priorities -- social priorities

of its citizens. they mustto remove energy security to the energy union package and to tackle climate change collectively, growth and competitiveness, and collective action on youth employment. and to facilitate and encourage member states to take action to combat the causes of ill health. these reforms are about doing things in a better and smarter way. they are about pursuing a continuous improvement agenda. i believe the existence treaty structures can accommodate this. the prime ministers said he wants to renegotiate the u.k. relationship with europe. it is far from clear what he wants whether his proposals were required. david cameron seems to be neither clear nor from it

yesterday in control. a word of warning. we shouldn't cast the negotiations between the u.k. and other neighbor straits -- neighbor states in terms of winners and losers. everyone should gain from it. compromise does not mean concession. we remain concerned about u.k. government rhetoric and some corners which creates the impression it is not been a thin -- beneficial at present and will only be beneficial if we achieve beneficial reforms. there is a real danger the u.k. will focus the debate on a narrow agenda on the success of the prime minister's negotiations rather than the bigger picture of the value and importance of the eu. it is the overall position which will be the decision on the ballot with a bigger picture in mind.

in closing, i believe the best way to tell the positive story of eu membership is to tell the individual stories of its people, the businesses, and the sexes that benefit right now. i move the motion in my name. [applause] >> miss baker, nine minutes. >> thank you. i'm pleased to be a part of the debate this afternoon. this takes part of distant circumstances breed we have a majority in conservative government. we will have a referendum by 2017. i do accept this legislation to be part and there needs to be debate.

we do have a majority conservative government and they are in the position to decide the terms of the referendum. we support changing the franchise to expand the but for 16-year-olds and 17-year-olds. young people showed a real level of interest and knowledge that endorsed the extension of the franchise. we support the franchise to the scottish parliament. labor's amendment for the date of any referendum. it should take place within its own space. we can allow the debate over process to terminate the public debates. these are the early days of the debate. those of us who support continued membership must convincingly win that argument. we cannot ignore that are a range of views in scotland.

there will be many who come to this debate with a fairly opened mind to be persuaded one way or the other. >> it would be naive to the stem we know the outcome -- to assume we know the outcome. i will talk more about that this afternoon. there will be arguments across the political and social spectrum that the eu is not working for scotland. those concerns need to be addressed. the eu as well as being a social and education medium is also a political animal. all parties who support membership are talking about reform. we will need to be a member to achieve that reform. we are facing challenges across

europe and we see young people who find it difficult to find employment, there is a social divide, many economies are facing levels of poverty that they have not experienced before. there are social problems, workers rights, concerns over taxes and trade deals. for too many people, the mission , the ministers, they don't look like they are accurately responding. so great reform must be made to fix the economy -- it is to imbalanced. which challenge can only be met from within. it the economic benefits of membership are important to the british economy and across the u.k., 200,000 companies directly benefit from eu membership.

there are annual exports and they are tied to trade with partners. some 336,000 jobs are dependent on these relationships. in scotland, we benefit from scottish exports to the u.k. accounted for 50% of international exports. and the economy benefits from this movement and eu members who choose to work in scotland. migration is a huge benefit. scotland -- and many that i to in the textile sector and other sectors, health sector, cannot operate without employees from the eu member states. that is a fact. this debate can only be about the economy. it cannot be about politics, has to be about our role in the world. we are faced with the choice to work with other nations in

europe to tackle challenges, or cutting himself off from that world. this is a social, cultural educational union as well. many biodiversity targets come from the eu, we must do more to meet these. we must make efforts to make shared progress. at the state of movement in europe, it works both ways. we travel with no barriers across the eu, we are a european family and we are protected. challenges of the modern world will recognize borders, human trafficking, and a few weeks ago we had a debate with a complex set of challenges that were coming for the eu. that situation encapsulates the demand for a modern world, we can influence decision-making

and help find solutions to challenges. we need to move away from a self obsessed europe and move toward a global europe. too much social policy has driven standards for workers across the eu, we must argue for solidarity. campaigns across europe, the eu has brought measures against part-time workers, we must work to provide pensions and leave. eu has rules on working time and a guaranteed rate for paid holiday. these are significant right instituted by the eu at a time when it was easier to demonstrate to people. we are living in a complex climate and the eu must in the straight -- demonstrate what it

can to the economy. the initial polling suggests a yes result, but that is a way to go. we cannot be complacent. we need a clear result of support from across the u.k. the uk's continuing membership should move positively forward. i'm concerned that we will fall and a trap on focusing too much on talking. this runs the risk of failing the debate and let's not forget we should be tackling these the head on and building a consensus across the u.k.. those of us who support staying in the european union should make a case for it. i do understand the anxiety that

the conservative government is taking. the conservative agenda as compared to other supporters of the eu are, i have plenty of disagreement with the conservatives. but i'm not -- i have a short time. >> on the ninth of june 1975, after the result of the previous referendum mrs. after said -- catcher -- thatcher said churchill and -- was the original architect. >> your final minute. >> i can always depend on intervention. i say that i'm not convinced by edible majority. the want to know that results across the u.k., let's be clear

the public reaction does not suggest -- but a double majority is not a credible solution. we cannot make it dependent on where you live in the u.k., that is not democratic. you would think that that would be something to avoid. there are legal concerns voters part of the state. this would be more productive if we could decide if we had an agreement of the u.k. working in the you -- eu. the tories were given the keys but have missed biggest ride. whether it is discussions about climate change or other issues we have things far bigger than for just the.

we live in a time that demands reparations to have partnership and a positive force to be part of. i moved for this amendment. [applause] >> i will call on mr. mcgregor to speak in the name of alex johnson. you have six minutes. >> thank you, with your permission may have briefly say a word about the tragic death of my fellow highlander charles kennedy, because his president -- present will be missed in the forthcoming debate in europe as i'm sure he would have relished the opportunity to speak up for the u.k. and their continued membership in the eu. now, there is a certain approach adopted by the scottish government. we ultimately, we all know that the westminster will ultimately decide the bill, but the snp

will take every possibility to use the referendum debate whether there own agenda. -- their own agenda. i think this is an early warning of that. david cameron made it clear in the manifesto, that a teacher conservative government will bring for a bill that will allow the referendum for the -- in the eu. we now have that from the british people. our commitment to lying to citizens have never been stronger. change is required. i reminded democrats that not long ago they pushed the case with more fighter than we did -- vigor than we did. now we have. hardiman supporting the government on this referendum.

let's not forget of course, the wealthiest mp who wanted britain out of the european community and the 1970's, with many members campaigning against the membership. this was at the same time as the consider the -- the conservative government some of major government, and that was john major, successfully achieved the principal -- opting out of the tree. you may remember, that the eu concessions of not joining the single currency or special chapter were achieved by john major's conservative government. i am a supporter of the european union, but i do not always treated through. has much wasted and its authority is counterproductive

and unnecessary. britain has always been an outward looking nation. of other countries such as france, germany, and belgium want a federal model in the shape of the holy roman empire ok, i will take it. >> i couldn't help thinking yesterday -- yes britain is out looking. it is, the european union does not say -- maybe the confidence of a prime minister is in question because on the date of the referendum, it would be -- does that mean i'm allowed to work?

would -- >> give me some extra time. i do not know. i don't know that you would be able to devote or not. that is my honest answer. but, if i come to countries such as france, belgium germany and they want to federal model in the shape of a holy roman empire, but what we want to do is make sure that they serve all member nations equally. we needed later -- we need a lighter europe not one that -- we need pedicle improvements for all member states. not just the u.k. these are good intentions which surely deserve support. the argument presented by the scottish government in their motion talks about the double lot majority, suggesting that if

one constituent votes against the eu, then it should not force scotland wales, england, or northern ireland to leave the european union. i fail to understand the logic. in the other three constituents were given no say at all in the separatism agenda and the other referendum. is this not a palatable sign that this government is inconsistent. i think the friendliest point in the intervention deserves scrutiny rather than a brush off. i see the benefits of the u.k. remaining a member of the eu. as a member of the committee i argued that reform of the eu is required. and over the weekend, one man said that what we're calling or is a fair deal for britain. i'm sure that includes scotland.

the highlands definitely need an investment from the eu as other countries enjoy. cameron has set about details as to what we want to see, opting out of an ever closer eu. giving greater passed the national parliament, which could have a negative effect on britain. questioning our relationship with europe is not a natural -- on natural, all relationships need question from time to time. but this is not helpful. we have asked our european partners to create a better deal for scotland and other parts of the u.k., but also the eu in general. we want it to work better. why doesn't the scottish government get behind this and help us deliver a better deal. i moved the amendment in my name, alex johnson.

>> no -- i now call on -- to speak. >> thank you. i move the amendment in my name. i think the biggest impression is when we are open, positive, diplomatic and generous. of course, there have been periods when we have not been able to consign that. but we should be proud of what britain does and what they do best when we seek partnership rather than indifference. there is a hunger to share in opportunity and challenges that this world presents. and that is why i am pro-european. we should not forget that out of ruins of war came one of the most powerful institutions to spread peace to the european union. it might seem grandiose so to

talk about peace and the eu, but if you do not secure peace, you can do i just have a more fighter jets, but more fundamental aspects. there is a will be and sharing of environment and sources. , social employment standards reduction of the environment and shared diplomatic endeavors. these are functions that i value of the european union and i think that they help deeply underpin the security and progress of all our well-being. >> can you deflect those comments and talk about greece/. >> i think that we do need to

work together. by keeping greece in the european union, i think that will benefit all of us. we need to get through this difficult. period. i don't think telling greece to exit solves problems. of course, sharing such functions, it is not possible to demand that it is conducted in the fashion that we would deliver if we had so control, but the fact that there are compromises, that brings greater advances. the number of jobs in the u.k. is linked to the eu and trade is with your opinion -- with eu states. 1.9 billion pounds to 3.8

billion pounds better off when we are in europe. we cannot get swamped with these statistics. i declare simply to rely on the concept of internationalism, cooperation and solidarity. it is a state of mind and something we should talk about in this chamber. i think mr. mcgregor for his remarks on charles kennedy. i think campaign that i would argue, we should be conducting about the european union, is something that kennedy adopted as well. i'm sure he would have been a leading member for the referendum campaign. i will be proud. charles also had the ability to see the big picture, this is where my big league comes in. i have a slight request for the smp to see the bigger picture.

when the sun was shining in my bedroom, sunday morning, i got up. i had a choice, i could back to sleep or go for a morning run. i decided to put my shoes on and i drove up to a hill, and i had a splendid run. i find no greater pleasure in doing such a thing on a sunday morning. when i regale the details of my time, i can see that i am gleaming, have to accept that the world does not revolve around my appreciation of the hills. >> the appreciation of europe, perhaps? [laughter]

>> thank you. it is for the smp, the issue of independence was resolved last year. the world does not revolve around their ambition for independence. i was a just that there idea is another reason to advance their ambition. we need to move forward. we all need to put our shoulder to the wheel. draw -- europeans will never forget the smp they devote too much effort to revisions in the united kingdom and in insufficient effort to the greater goal of membership of the eu. instead of talking about the double majority in the eu referendum, the smp member should embrace the campaign to keep the whole of the u.k. inside the european union. at the heart of the smp double

lot proposal, there is dispute is him and pessimism that i reject. the u.k. will choose to leave and therefore there must be some kind of protection from scotland from that fate. it is that pessimism that is damaging to the movement and one that should desist. >> there will be a move to open debate five-minute speeches. >> thank you. the debate about the uk's membership in europe is a tale told by an idiot, signifying nothing. there is a lot of noise, and not a lot of factual analysis. this quote from --, was not referring to europe of course. the best of the is about so much

more than an big with facts. -- ambiguous facts. it is our job to make sure that the real debate takes place against nasty rhetoric. have a right -- we have a right scotland is an equal partner, but it doesn't say much -- it doesn't seem much like it. scotland must have the right to stop the uk's withdrawal. that is not pessimistic, that is equal partnership. our membership in the eu brings enormous benefits. around 300,000 jobs as well as important investment and the fundamental freedom to travel to

study, to live, to work anywhere in europe. we want to work from within the eu, we do not want to be forced out by a right-wing u.k. westminster government. europe is where we need to be, not just for trade, but for free movement of people, for protection, and for the great cultural import, with 28 nations each with a unique background. 171,000 people from elsewhere in the eu live and work in scotland. although they are, eu citizens, they are to be denied in this referendum. even though they pay eu taxes and u.k. taxes and live here they are to be excluded from voting, as of course they were

also in the westminster elections. someone argued that it is a -- that it is up to westminster but this is not democracy because -- it is incomprehensible that the, what countries, new zealand, cyprus, striate, they should be allowed to vote, while eu neighbors are denied that democracy. the whole picture is a logical. it is insulting and looks like gerrymandering. those who live and work here, wherever in the eu they come from, should be considered to stay. this is not part of the modern

democracy. that brings me to another point about our election. our young people between the ages of 16 years old --, some comments i have gotten today they are downright offensive. i commend all members in this place, command them and the scottish youth parliament. you should speak to them. in 1967, there was a speech in which we upheld arguments. the youngest of young people

after the u.k. signed the treaty of rome, they are not used to living in the past. why would anyone feel that they need to question the right and education, a safe place to work not to be abused in traffic, and a reasonable standard of living. scottish and people voted in the referendum, some voted against independent. they voted because we and the scottish parliament believe in the right to do so. they are paying taxes and we are denying them the opportunity to be in europe. i demanded that all of us, these young people, they have a future in europe. thank you. [applause]

>> i agree with the guardian editorial when they suggested that the referendum is another chapter in the psychodrama over europe. other parties cannot afford to be high and mighty. they held this referendum four years ago in the labour party and was pleased to vote yes in the referendum, as i will this kind. many people forget that in 2007 , it was because of in the treaty about the conservation of marine resources which have always been part of the you treaty. let's forget about these issues from the past. apart from the issue of a double majority it is simply not going to happen.

i looked at the paper from the s&p from oxford university, it will be necessary to amend legislation, by a legislative consent. we all know that is going to be trying. that is going to be something mandatory in scotland. the part of scotland that is relevant, 292 d, which says that laws in parliament must not be incompatible with rights or community law. i think it might be worthwhile for the smp to pursue that group rather than a double majority. i agree with the smp in my own project about voting for 16-year-old and 17-year-olds. that was well rehearsed a couple of weeks ago. i agree with what the prime minister said about her speech -- said in her speech about the health measures and i agree with others who said the eu citizen

should have a right to vote in the referendum. we need to say how much we value the conservation of use that eu citizens -- of eu citizens in this country. i know very many people from the eu. and we should not forget what was said from the paper in the university of london positive economic impacts from the european union. this is thousand 14. everyone should read that. what i will say, we are undercutting the minimum wage and other employment conditions, that has -- obviously will must make her that the laws are enforced and there is no undercutting.

that applies to you citizens. we need to focus in the next few weeks on the big picture, the benefits of being a member of the eu and not be obsessed with the changes which possibly not the major. the economic arguments are clear , a large half of the exports are to the eu. it largest single market in the world. there will be implications for jobs. we do not always agree -- agree with economic policy in europe, but we should work to focus with jobs and growth and i'm sure we agree with that. and labor taken by jamie mcgregor, we were forced to sign in 1977 and we

extended the lead, maternity leave, working holiday pay, same rights for part-time and full-time workers, etc.. there have been basic rules and policies for climate change. for cases involving faxed products, structural funds, 985 million euros in university funding. other figures could be given. talking about research, we have collaboration. there could have been many subjects. the eu making it easier to return fugitives for trial and of course our commitment to the

court of human rights. positive arguments for europe that at the end of the day let's put a motion into this. -- emotion into this. this was started because we wanted to stop wars in europe. let's move forward in a positive and emotional case set for europe. >> many thanks. [applause] >> i'm delighted to have the opportunity to speak in the forthcoming eu referendum. since the u.k. voted in continuing membership in the eu we had 70 million voters across the u.k. who said yes. i was young, too young back then to take part in the referendum. i'm grateful that they made a positive choice to remain part of the common market.

i believe scotland and the u.k. has benefited greatly from its membership in the eu. more recently, i am part of the yes campaign arguing for scottish independence. i do for myself privileged to be part of an energized campaign. with eyes on scotland, we held it up -- held a debate and i hope to build on it in the coming months. i agree with malcolm, this is an emotional debate. i look for to that debate. the u.k. government -- and i'm extremely disappointed to note that the proposed franchises do not include a vote for 16-year-old and 17-year-olds. much work is focused on the success of these people being able to vote in the independence referendum. whether voting yes or no, young

people and colleges and schools that work led the way in facing big issues in an intelligent and civilized manner. it was invigorating to see young people throughout the campaign. we are using the pillars of this parliament to bring forward proposals to lower the voting age for future elections. i'm sorry i don't have time -- the case for including 16 euros and 17-year-olds is overwhelming. to deny them a say is undemocratic. hope that we can lower this is that we can support the smp amendments and they can take part in the eu referendum vote. also, i watched last week as young people talk in support of the eu. and ministers talking about the uu/eu.

there was a promotion of peace across europe. economics is often the focus of the eu. the most important achievement the nobel prize. we have seen eu transform the confident -- confident into a confident of -- continent into a continent of peace. many call scotland home. eu citizens call it home. indeed, eu migrants bring social benefits to our communities. the study by the university college, they have provided

billions to the u.k. economy over the decades, by pain more in taxes than i take in benefits. people forget that we all benefit from the right of free movement in the eu. scott can travel to other places in europe. it is not all one way traffic. you would have to travel -- all you would need to do is travel to other countries to finite u.k. citizens have settled their and are happy. there can be significant improvements to the treaty framework, but only by being a constructive member of the eu can we control the legislation and policies. my experience as a representative in it the eu has led me to conclude that nor that more needs to be done to give a greater voice to scotland and the u.k.

scotland is active at the eu level, but they cannot exercise influence in the council. to conclude, the eu has challenges, reform is needed but i believe strongly that scotland can work effectively with allies, rather than being on the peripheral. double majority safeguard to ensure that scotland cannot be forced out of the you against its goal. -- the eu against its goal. is -- they should embrace it will hardly. [applause] >> you have five minutes. >> just over four decades ago had my first ever vote in a referendum when i voted yes to staying in the european economic

community. this relationship with europe has provided rough dealings with some political leaders, even todd heath. french president degaulle had had previous occasions in harmful alliances with germany. and as leader of opposition churchill met similar problems coast world war ii. the referendum in 1975 was a clear victory, with 65% of the vote saying yes. but harold wilson at the time had agreed to collective response boat. perhaps the cabinet prime

minister should read this. who opposed the agreement there was entirely a factor in 1997. i do welcome this debate and a support the motion in a welcome 16-year-old and 17-year-old and eu citizens having a vote. i want to talk briefly about the case study about how the eu works in practice, to benefit scotland generally. there are economic and social benefits. i could have focused on other benefits, security international trade, or social protection for workers. additionally, i could have focused on business as the eu

provides business for almost half of our inner national -- half of our international exports. the eu has been vital for the islands. this is not a paternalistic relationship, but an economic lever for the region, so that they provide economic opportunities in sectors such as life sciences, renewable energy, and other industries. this status helps my region, as mr. mcgregor pointed out over handicaps and contributing to the eu and their 2020 goals of providing smart growth in the u.k. economy. i am not claiming that the eu is perfect. we need to look at reform.

but i believe it is possible to do it within the framework. we need to look at focusing on economic and social policies which make a real difference to hard-working families. and secondly, farming is crucial. we need more decisions, key principles need to be proportionality and physiology -- physicality. and the wealthier system, as one man said in a committee this month, this is crucial for the u.k. government. nothing else is garnished. he made the argument with similar points. most of what is in the u.k. comes from outside, many eu citizens live and work across the eu.

perhaps, you could look at the labor -- fresh talent working. perhaps we could update this. i believe that the referendum on the future of eu membership in thousand 17 or whenever, is another crucial milestone on the rocky road which is the debate for the last 10 years. nobody arguing that the eu was perfect. i think it is a force for good. let's avoid all costs and wastelands. >> thank you. >> 40 years ago we experienced the first referendum, at a time when the party was divided. after it the nature of these

negotiations were carried out, they were not entirely clear. of course, must have changed. it is now a member union of 28 states. my own party has fully embraced the eu recognizing its importance to scotland. contrast to the 1975 government, government ministers that were not to be free to campaign, or life that or at least that seems that way, we are more likely to have a referendum. it is appropriate to make this referendum something that the public can engage in fully. that should mean not only votes for 16-year-olds and the team euros, but for eu citizen. those from other european states whose citizens live amongst us.

westminster is saying no to colleagues, they want to extend the franchise -- they are likely to be affected if the decision is taken by the u.k. to pull out of the eu. this legislation will not impact on the referendum passed, but it is a direction of travel for this government. the scottish government is proposing a double lot, so that they can pull out -- that they cannot be forced to pull out against their will. in canada, all federal states must agree to a proposal in regards to the monarchy. so protection is not unknown. i'm part of -- have both support of wales and northern ireland.

in 2013, there was a 46% to summation of scottish imports and 3000 jobs depend on that. there are frustrations with the eu, they need reform, the solidarity needs to be given much better respect. in the lisbon treaty, we need to tend to -- we need clarification on how the relationship between countries within the eu and outside should work to ensure that the interests of websites are protected. but one thing to reform from within, we must be perceived -- last week we heard evidence that negotiations may not be straightforward. they said in relation to welfare benefits, if britain is going to

restrict things there will be action against british citizens elsewhere. dr. daniel can you said, if there is a dollars between the u.k. and europe about reforming the eu for the benefit of everybody, the public may have appetite for a longer debate, as opposed to what will happen if the debate is presented as a battle with europe. that'll with europe might suit some of the tory right but i would question is that would benefit the u.k. of course we need to ensure this debate extends beyond the issue of whether moving benefits will require treating change. do we want to see a u.k. that turns its back on europeans, to refuse to provide financial assistance to greece and portugal, do we want a u.k. that turns its back on the refugee crisis in the mediterranean, or one that recognizes that this is

not just a problem for greece and portugal, but the u.k. and eu as a whole. we seek to protect -- this is a government that talks about europe but it's actions indicate that it is not understand europe fully. by the tory coalition, there was a review of what the eu does and how it affects the u.k. switching debate, -- seeking debate, but not finding conclusions. this year, the eu committee said it had made no impact on public debate on the eu and u.k. relationship. their views have not found any -- that could be appropriately attributed to the u.k. in brussels, promise or said that the u.k. has much to offer

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