A Quote by Douglas Alexander

Scotland and England may sometimes be rivals, but by geography, we are also neighbours. By history, allies. By economics, partners. And by fate and fortune, comrades, friends and family.

Douglas Alexander

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Allies Also Comrades Economics England Family Fate Fortune Friends Friends And Family Geography History May Neighbours Partners Rivals Scotland Sometimes

Quote Author

Douglas Alexander
British - Politician
Born: October 26, 1967

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