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James Kane

Scottish teenager James Kane in Glasgow will exercise his right to vote in the upcoming Scottish independence referendum on September 18th.

Why vote for Scotland’s independence? A Scottish teen explains his reasons

Global Politics

Sixteen-year-old James Kane from Oban, Scotland, was undecided until this week on whether to vote for independence for Scotland. He’s not your usual teen. He interviewed leaders of many of Scotland’s political parties before making up his mind. But he is typical in that teens from 16 on up will get to vote in this special referendum on the country’s future.

Kevin, Anna, Dante and James Kane at home in Taynuilt.

A Scottish teen gets serious about his chance to vote in Scotland’s bid for independence from Britain

Global Politics
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