This photo gallery features images of the Festival of Politics 2006
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On the final day of the Festival of Politics, historian and TV presenter Dan Snow spoke about the battle of Culloden and what it meant for the future of Scotland and Britain. He took the audience through the events leading up to 1746, as well as fielding questions at the end. He said of the Scottish Parliament: "It is a wonderful building, and it was fantastic to be able to speak at such a venue." Broadcaster George Alagiah discussed his experiences of reporting events around the world. He is pictured with Trish Godman MSP.
On holiday in Scotland, former US presidential candidate Michael Dukakis attended the Culloden event with his wife Kitty. It was chaired by Nora Radcliffe MSP.		Children enjoyed a craft and storytelling workshop, with Children 1st Storyworks. It was one of many family events during the Festival.
The impact of devolution on Scotland's young people was the subject of a session chaired by Deputy First Minister Nicol Stephen MSP.		Ted Brocklebank MSP at "Friendship Across the Political Divide".
Singer Karine Polwart.		Sarah Boyack MSP speaking at "Engaging Young People in Politics".

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The Festival of Politics is an initiative of the Scottish Parliament.