Political Quotes

Stephen Gethins: But if you want to encourage more people into politics, regardless of what they think, if you're personally attacking…

On the recordAugust 22, 2026
But if you want to encourage more people into politics, regardless of what they think, if you're personally attacking people, maybe there's something wrong with your arguments rather than your that's more of a reflection on you.
Said by
Stephen Gethins
Scottish National Party

Editor's note · Context

On encouraging participation in politics.

Share

More from Stephen Gethins

Jul 7, 2026

In the EU we have a model whereby you can respect the views of different nations and constituent parts, respect their sovereignty, strengthen their sovereignty, and strengthen their independence – that’s the 21st century model of union…

thenational.scot
Aug 22, 2026

I think Lara's done a fantastic job. I think she's been a credit and an asset.

thenational.scot
Jul 26, 2026

The easiest way to do this is for Scotland to be an independent member state of the EU and that’s still my ambition.

thenational.scot
Aug 22, 2026

Households in Scotland need real support before winter.

thenational.scot

Other voices in this conversation