Ruth Davidson, who comfortably won Edinburgh Central, an area where the Conservatives previously placed fourth, has become the driving force of the Tories in Scotland, winning over voters and inspiring others to join to the party along the way. [...]
Young, working class, Christian, openly gay and driven by liberal values, she famously described herself as a “tough old bird” but she has an affability that charms most who meet her. She also has in bucket loads that elusive characteristic – relatability – that so many politicians would give their second homes for.
On top of that she has some real world experience, having served in the Territorial Army, making it out to Kosovo and injuring her back at one point. Her stint as a producer and presenter for the BBC at the start of her career, meanwhile, has gifted her the gab essential to succeed in politics.
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