SNP Leadership Contest - Naïve, Sleekit and Smart
So with nominations closed where do things stand in the SNP leadership contest?
Kate Forbes
Had a terrible start with her naïve and inept handling of a question about same sex marriage - but her honesty shone through and she may bounce back in the days ahead with better support/advice
Humza Yousaf
Had a great start with the unexpected backing of the SNP establishment - but stumbled badly and finished the week looking sleekit and dishonest after dodging an important vote on same sex marriage
Ash Regan
Wisely held back allowing her rivals to make mistakes and made a smart move by calling out the indefensible Mr&Mrs operation at the top of the SNP - a strong showing from the contest's dark horse