A former SNP MP suggests that a partnership between the SNP and Labour could be beneficial in a 'messy' Holyrood election result. Despite historical animosity, both parties share similar stances on social justice issues.
Politics in any functioning democracy is built on opposition, civilised conflict and varied opinions.
Stewart McDonald was, until July, the SNP MP for Glasgow South – having fought often bitter campaigns against Labour opponents. It seems like a total non-starter on paper. The two parties have been involved in some bitterly contested elections dating back to the 60s. The football legend has seen his old Manchester United pal Bobby Charlton felled by the disease, with Scotland legend Denis Law now suffering too.
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