Thanks for sharing this with us all, darling! Craig did a gorgeous job with his speech. I really loved his heartfelt words and the way he presented himself. He really is a down-to-earth man full of pride and loyalty for both America and Scotland. It's a beautiful thing to see gratitude and love in a man's eyes. It was truly inspiring. I, too am proud to be American and of Scottish descent. God Bless America and Scotland! :)
this is awesome . i did a research in school about the scottish independence . and watching craig FERGUSON reading the quote in the declaration of arbroath reminded me that the original copy of the declaration was lost, but the copy and the english translation was created by the keeper of records of scotland, sir james FERGUSON . both from the ferguson clan .
actually, i found out this declaration exists only some time ago, and thought it's beautiful. and then, you upload this... CRAIG READING IT... god, tons of love for you... and craig. love ya. forever.
So many meathead Americans don't even now the significance of July 4th - for the first time in the history of mankind a people not only declared that sovereignty resides with them and not with a royal family, emperor, monarch, Mughal, Tsar, 天尾, king, queen, etc., but also fought until attaining that independence and self-governance.
Or alternatively, a bunch of British colonists didn't want to pay taxes so they started killing their own countrymen, and once they had their independence they proceeded to oppress and displace the native population until the entire continent was under their control. P.S. Athens was a democracy over 2000 years before Britain even started colonising North America.
If we in Scotland ever have another independence referendum, I'm voting "yes". Craig's words here have inspired me, and I do believe that the Scottish people have the same desires and hopes that Americans have. However, we need to be unchained from the draconian idiots in the UK parliament, who are too engrossed in their backword traditions and bureaucracy to allow us to flourish like America has. Good on ya Craig, and well done for everything you've achieved.
Proud o ye Craig, 100% right The USAs declaration was based on the Arbroath Declaration of Independence, thanks to those founding fathers who came from Scotland. Let’s not forget the Alamo, where by far the majority that gave their lives for the USA were Scottish. Wid’ne have expected anything less from a Cumbernauld man. Freedom!!!!
It’s a great honour to be here ‘rubs eye’, anyone understanding non-verbal communications will understand. Although Craig is a well know Scottish drunk.
look at the faces of the women in the crowd: they all love him! there's just something pretty darn irresistable about this man, to women of all ages... so guys take note! ;)
@seinfeld120- As was stated very plainly at the beginning of the video, Ferguson had become an American citizen earlier in the year. LEGALLY, I might add. He had been working here for more than twenty years, and went through the proper channels to obtain his citizenship. After twenty four years in the United States and becoming a legal, taxpaying citizen himself, he has every right to use the pronoun "we" and include himself as an American. I'm not sure what part of that is difficult for you to comprehend, nor why you are so disparaging toward someone because of their heritage. God bless Craig Ferguson for loving his country - OUR country - and God bless the United States of America!
Brandon Garrett Craig Ferguson understands better than many of us who were born here the value of and the goodness in our nation. My ancestors are turning in their graves for the way this nation has gone after the sacrifices made during WW2. I was fortunate enough to be able to talk to relatives and others from that generation, and in somewhat unusual fashion for someone of my generation I took time to do so when I had the chance. When we don't even believe America is a force for good in this world, I think the only way that we will learn it is would be for us to see how dark it would be if we did collapse. I think we've become that blind. Not exactly encouraging, but so many of us are so incredibly ignorant it'll be tough to beat back those who are encroaching on our Liberty. It really pisses me off that illegals are allowed in here the way they are. My ancestors were immigrants from Germany, and they came here to be Americans. They didn't come for social programs because there weren't any. They insisted that their kids learned English. We really need to learn not to give amnesty to illegals generation after generation. I hear these cries about racism among recent immigrants. My family, too, experienced racism when they arrived. They didn't whine about it, they went about their business and prospered despite it.
Well said Craig , Remember 1in 4 Americans have goid Scottish blood in them . All the way from Darroch way in our home town Cumbernauld ( Janice, your sister, was in my class at School
Many Americans forget the kind of oppression our ancestors went through to get to America. Some of us were exiled to America and if not born of noble blood we were not given the priveledges of those who were.
Haha looks like he was a bit sleepy at the beginning: he kept rubbing his eyes and he wasn't sure what time of the day it was LOL. Anyway he's inspiring great to watch kindda makes me wanna become American.
@Cybopath You said a mouthful there kid, just a few months left now and Scotland will be Independent and not before time, perhaps if Crocket and Bowie had stayed in Scotland then we would have been Independent sooner but then there would be no USA only a big Mexico. Have a nice day
If he was alive he’d probably rob you ? Wasn’t that what he was ? Hero ? A man that holds a gun against a pregnant woman’s stomach…if that’s your hero, on you go 👍
I have the sudden urge to give this man a giant hug. Extremely wonderful speech, dear sir!
Thanks for sharing this with us all, darling! Craig did a gorgeous job with his speech. I really loved his heartfelt words and the way he presented himself. He really is a down-to-earth man full of pride and loyalty for both America and Scotland. It's a beautiful thing to see gratitude and love in a man's eyes. It was truly inspiring. I, too am proud to be American and of Scottish descent. God Bless America and Scotland! :)
I am Scottish, never been to the States , I reckon I gotta come for a visit now !!! Gotta be better than Cumbernauld shopping centre.
That was lovely, absolutely perfect wow
this is awesome . i did a research in school about the scottish independence . and watching craig FERGUSON reading the quote in the declaration of arbroath reminded me that the original copy of the declaration was lost, but the copy and the english translation was created by the keeper of records of scotland, sir james FERGUSON . both from the ferguson clan .
actually, i found out this declaration exists only some time ago, and thought it's beautiful. and then, you upload this... CRAIG READING IT... god, tons of love for you... and craig. love ya. forever.
absolute awesome
Definitely not spam, cant imagine why anyone would suggest it is. Mal shows deep respect for Craig and honors him with this commentary.
This here is a true American! Craig is the living embodiment of American Patriotism! God Bless America!
Craig is a terrific writer. Is there anything he can't do?!?
added to favorites!
Well spoken words Craig Ferguson.
Makes me proud to be a Bostonian. :-D
Fucking hell Craig that was powerfull brother, Alba gu brath!
If natural born Americans would understand as this man does, we wouldn't be in the mess we are today.
you tell me pal
Today 2021.5.27 what a mess since China virus
So many meathead Americans don't even now the significance of July 4th - for the first time in the history of mankind a people not only declared that sovereignty resides with them and not with a royal family, emperor, monarch, Mughal, Tsar, 天尾, king, queen, etc., but also fought until attaining that independence and self-governance.
Or alternatively, a bunch of British colonists didn't want to pay taxes so they started killing their own countrymen, and once they had their independence they proceeded to oppress and displace the native population until the entire continent was under their control.
P.S. Athens was a democracy over 2000 years before Britain even started colonising North America.
If we in Scotland ever have another independence referendum, I'm voting "yes". Craig's words here have inspired me, and I do believe that the Scottish people have the same desires and hopes that Americans have.
However, we need to be unchained from the draconian idiots in the UK parliament, who are too engrossed in their backword traditions and bureaucracy to allow us to flourish like America has.
Good on ya Craig, and well done for everything you've achieved.
I will be voting on Scotland second refrerandum as a new immigrant from Hong Kong. Craig is my hero.
@@envisagebgt8078 Welcome to the country.
ah! I was there! :O :P
My favorite part is that he said "We Americans" not "You Americans".
What is TWOP? A fan site? I can always use a new Craig fan site!
Proud o ye Craig, 100% right The USAs declaration was based on the Arbroath Declaration of Independence, thanks to those founding fathers who came from Scotland. Let’s not forget the Alamo, where by far the majority that gave their lives for the USA were Scottish. Wid’ne have expected anything less from a Cumbernauld man. Freedom!!!!
It’s a great honour to be here ‘rubs eye’, anyone understanding non-verbal communications will understand.
Although Craig is a well know Scottish drunk.
look at the faces of the women in the crowd: they all love him! there's just something pretty darn irresistable about this man, to women of all ages... so guys take note! ;)
so back to your roots, America ;)
@seinfeld120- As was stated very plainly at the beginning of the video, Ferguson had become an American citizen earlier in the year. LEGALLY, I might add. He had been working here for more than twenty years, and went through the proper channels to obtain his citizenship. After twenty four years in the United States and becoming a legal, taxpaying citizen himself, he has every right to use the pronoun "we" and include himself as an American. I'm not sure what part of that is difficult for you to comprehend, nor why you are so disparaging toward someone because of their heritage. God bless Craig Ferguson for loving his country - OUR country - and God bless the United States of America!
Brandon Garrett
Craig Ferguson understands better than many of us who were born here the value of and the goodness in our nation. My ancestors are turning in their graves for the way this nation has gone after the sacrifices made during WW2. I was fortunate enough to be able to talk to relatives and others from that generation, and in somewhat unusual fashion for someone of my generation I took time to do so when I had the chance. When we don't even believe America is a force for good in this world, I think the only way that we will learn it is would be for us to see how dark it would be if we did collapse. I think we've become that blind. Not exactly encouraging, but so many of us are so incredibly ignorant it'll be tough to beat back those who are encroaching on our Liberty.
It really pisses me off that illegals are allowed in here the way they are. My ancestors were immigrants from Germany, and they came here to be Americans. They didn't come for social programs because there weren't any. They insisted that their kids learned English. We really need to learn not to give amnesty to illegals generation after generation.
I hear these cries about racism among recent immigrants. My family, too, experienced racism when they arrived. They didn't whine about it, they went about their business and prospered despite it.
Well said Craig , Remember 1in 4 Americans have goid Scottish blood in them . All the way from Darroch way in our home town Cumbernauld ( Janice, your sister, was in my class at School
@sabbathslaves
It's a shame that it didn't work out as well for the Scots left behind in the end.
@TheSmacklin
Lots of Scots and Irish infact ended up fighting for the colonies. How about John Paul Jones for one.
Many Americans forget the kind of oppression our ancestors went through to get to America. Some of us were exiled to America and if not born of noble blood we were not given the priveledges of those who were.
"is your choice, today"
8:43 Justin Bieber is not happy to be there.
Haha looks like he was a bit sleepy at the beginning: he kept rubbing his eyes and he wasn't sure what time of the day it was LOL. Anyway he's inspiring great to watch kindda makes me wanna become American.
@Cybopath You said a mouthful there kid, just a few months left now and Scotland will be Independent and not before time, perhaps if Crocket and Bowie had stayed in Scotland then we would have been Independent sooner but then there would be no USA only a big Mexico. Have a nice day
Sadly all American are not equal , ask George Floyd , if he was alive.
If he was alive he’d probably rob you ? Wasn’t that what he was ? Hero ? A man that holds a gun against a pregnant woman’s stomach…if that’s your hero, on you go 👍