An Economist's case for independence
A variety of reasons are given:
democratic deficit
value into inclusiveness and community solidarity
voting patterns are divergent
Scottish Parliament doesn’t have most economic powers
an independent Scotland is now well placed
Scotland is a wealthy country
The narrative that public sector deficit in an independent Scotland will require tax rises or public spending cuts is misleading
Scotland didn’t vote for Brexit
Important decisions after independence will be for the people of Scotland and the Governments they elect.
The younger generations in Scotland identify much less with Britain and its traditional institutions
Older age groups fear their personal interests might be threatened by independence
Independence offers the prospect of greater national self-respect
Independence offers the prospect of greater national self-respect