THE National is pro-independence. Obviously. But the pro-independence movement is not one big homogeneous group and discourse is needed more than ever between the diverging branches of the cause.
Our aim at The National has always been to create a space where that discourse can be open and thrive.
In the last 10 years, we've had a range of voices and currently, we bring together columnists from all parties and none, Scotland and further afield.
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You probably — we hope — won't agree with all of the writers, but you'll get a better selection of opinion and analysis than you can at any other Scottish paper.
Here are some of our recent columns:
Andrew Tickell: Scottish Labour don't have fiscal maturity
Now it’s an Outrunopolis moment for movie fans
Worthy aims of rewilding are in need of some honest recalibration
Why should the BBC licence fee fund a contrived ‘reality’ show?
You want a full list of our regular columnists? Sure, but bear in mind this doesn't include our dozens of other exceptional contributors ...
Our regular columnists include (deep breath):
Tommy Sheppard, George Kerevan, Ellie Gomersall, Shona Craven, Jonathon Shafi, Steph Paton, Assa Samake-Roman, Caitlin Logan, Lesley Riddoch, Kelly Given, David Pratt, Richard Walker, Mhairi Black, Pat Kane, Kate Forbes, Owen Jones, Andrew Tickell, Rhoda Meek, Robin McKelvie, Gerry Hassan, the Wee Ginger Dug and Mike Small.
Also, Scotonomics, Believe in Scotland and Common Weal have regular newsletters, too, while pro-indy parties the Scottish Greens, Alba and the SSP contribute weekly.
Through on-the-ground engagement, our columnists bring local stories to the forefront, ensuring that the voices of Scotland's citizens are heard and as a subscriber, you can engage with them through our letters and comments section.
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We know there are thousands of National readers who want to debate, argue and go back and forth in the comments section of our stories. We’ve got the most informed readers in Scotland, asking each other the big questions about the future of our country.
Unfortunately, though, these important debates are being spoiled by a vocal minority of trolls who aren’t really interested in the issues, try to derail the conversations, register under fake names, and post vile abuse.
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Callum Baird, Editor of The National
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