Some of the brightest and best women in our society are stifled in their ambitions.
Most people would agree that the E.U. is too bureaucratic, not transparent or democratic enough and that it often interferes too much in matters that are best left to national governments.
One of the attributes Glasgow is best known for all over the world is the friendliness of her people.
American companies based in Scotland employ large numbers of people - in fact, we are the best performing part of the U.K., outside London and the southeast of England when it comes to attracting foreign direct investment.
My message is a simple one - the E.U. is not perfect, but Scotland's interests are best served by being a member.