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# ![@JohnSwinney Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::236787450.png) @JohnSwinney John Swinney

John Swinney posts on X about build a, zambia, palestine, countries the most. They currently have XXXXXXX followers and XXX posts still getting attention that total XXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

### Engagements: XXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::236787450/interactions)
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### Mentions: XX [#](/creator/twitter::236787450/posts_active)
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### Followers: XXXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::236787450/followers)
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### Social Influence [#](/creator/twitter::236787450/influence)
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**Social category influence**
[countries](/list/countries)  XXXX% [finance](/list/finance)  XXXX%

**Social topic influence**
[build a](/topic/build-a) #968, [zambia](/topic/zambia) #63, [palestine](/topic/palestine) #1186, [countries](/topic/countries) #1649, [investment](/topic/investment) 0.45%, [gaza](/topic/gaza) 0.45%, [middle east](/topic/middle-east) 0.45%, [eu](/topic/eu) 0.45%, [governments](/topic/governments) 0.45%, [money](/topic/money) XXXX%

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### Top Social Posts [#](/creator/twitter::236787450/posts)
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Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"We can build a society free from poverty. We can use our energy wealth to lower bills. And we can transform lives across Scotland. Its time for independence. 🏴"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977826854917816821) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-13T20:00Z 118.7K followers, 75.3K engagements


"Delighted to meet @HHichilema on my visit to Zambia after our first meeting in Bute House. Important to take forward co-operation and collaboration with Zambia"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1978537107808235635) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-15T19:03Z 118.7K followers, 18K engagements


"To the children students and families from Gaza arriving in Scotland for medical care: You are welcome here. Our communities will stand by you as neighbours and friends and Scotland stands with the people of Palestine. 🏴"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1969438032412504418) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-09-20T16:26Z 118.7K followers, 1.9M engagements


"Free tuition. Free prescriptions. Scottish Child Payment. Lowest council tax bills in the UK. Peak rail fares gone for good. Child poverty falling. That is our SNP record and proof that self-government works. Imagine how much more we could do with the powers of independence"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1978090741973881128) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-14T13:29Z 118.7K followers, 305K engagements


"Fascinating to see a practical example of support to victims of Gender Based Violence operating in Zambia with support from @scotgov. Pleased to see the collaboration with @PoliceScotland working with such effect. Much to build on"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1978780414392049716) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-16T11:09Z 118.7K followers, 66.1K engagements


"On the second anniversary of the heinous terror attack on X October we remember the victims and stand united with Jewish communities in Scotland and around the world. We must confront the evil of antisemitism build lasting peace in the Middle East and ensure humanity prevails"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1975511543681777906) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-07T10:40Z 118.7K followers, 29.8K engagements


"Scotland has enormous resources and potential but we are being held back by Westminster governments that treat us like an afterthought. Independence is the fresh start we need. 🏴"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1975868700138869112) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-08T10:19Z 118.7K followers, 60.5K engagements


"Rising bills. Falling living standards. The UK economic model is broken. Independence is the fresh start for Scotland - so we can build a wealthier fairer nation shaped by the people who live here"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1975986090235588622) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-08T18:06Z 118.7K followers, 96.4K engagements


"More money in your pocket more opportunities and fewer emissions. Im proud we introduced free bus travel for under-22s - and as of today over XXX million free journeys were made across Scotland. Together with scrapping peak rail fares were making your commutes cheaper"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1976602330284921027) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-10T10:54Z 118.7K followers, 43.4K engagements


"Were here to build a better future for the people who live here - an independent Scotland. Fantastic energy at #SNP25 this morning and so good to meet members from up and down our beautiful country"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1976967102079676543) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-11T11:04Z 118.7K followers, 18.7K engagements


"Lots done lots more to do. We will keep delivering progress for the people of Scotland. #SNP25"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977700355979849777) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-13T11:38Z 118.7K followers, 16.3K engagements


"I am opposed to mandatory digital ID - people should be able to go about their daily lives without such infringements. That aside by calling it BritCard the Prime Minister seems to be attempting to force every Scot to declare ourselves British. I am a Scot. 🏴"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1971300671141171655) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-09-25T19:47Z 118.7K followers, 923.6K engagements


"Arrived in Aberdeen for #SNP25. This conference is about Scotlands future - and who gets to decide it. Together lets finish the job. #SNP25"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1976711618294956443) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-10T18:09Z 118.7K followers, 23.8K engagements


"Scotland is ready for the fresh start of independence - and today our party has shown its united and determined to deliver it. Together well put Scotlands future where it belongs: firmly in Scotlands hands. 🏴 #SNP25"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977033230227284232) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-11T15:27Z 118.7K followers, 43.6K engagements


"Really privileged to meet Sid Khan today - a remarkable Scot who joined the Global Sumud Flotilla in solidarity with the people of Palestine. His compassion and courage in standing up for peace and justice speak to who we are as a nation. 🏴"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977093480183648719) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-11T19:26Z 118.7K followers, 178.3K engagements


"Westminster caused this cost of living crisis - and theyre unable and unwilling to fix it. Independence is how we raise your living standards grow our economy and make Scotlands energy wealth work for the people who live here"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977311925823320421) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-12T09:54Z 118.7K followers, 32.5K engagements


"🏴 Thank you Ambassador @hzomlot. Scotland will always proudly stand with the people of Palestine in the pursuit of peace justice and a lasting two-state solution"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977395379046867122) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-12T15:26Z 118.7K followers, 98.7K engagements


"The Westminster race to the right has left families struggling while the rich get richer. We can build a fairer future. A fresh start with independence. Join me at 3pm as I set out that hopeful vision for Scotland"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977630062443671992) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-13T06:58Z 118.7K followers, 37.7K engagements


"Thank you Aberdeen. 💛 Lets win our independence. This is our moment. Join us:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977754902261535007) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-13T15:14Z 118.7K followers, 24.6K engagements


"Scotland faces a choice: continued decline with Westminster or hope and ambition with independence. Lets build that better Scotland together"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1977781579264016637) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-13T17:00Z 118.7K followers, 23.5K engagements


"Incredibly powerful start to my second day in Zambia with a discussion on Gender Based Violence against women and equalities issues with groups supported by @scotgov Women and Girls Fund. An impactful example of Scotlands international work in action"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1978743939168370763) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-16T08:44Z 118.7K followers, 23.7K engagements


"In Zambia Im seeing first hand the impact of XX years of partnership and friendship between our countries. Scotland is proud to play our part in the world and support many life-saving development projects - showing the kind of country we are on the world stage"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1978764468663222392) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-16T10:06Z 118.7K followers, 32.6K engagements


"My message that sums up @theSNP conference 👇"  
[X Link](https://x.com/JohnSwinney/status/1978790867138666692) [@JohnSwinney](/creator/x/JohnSwinney) 2025-10-16T11:51Z 118.7K followers, 21K engagements