KarlMarks wrote: » I don't know why Stanley needed to apologize or why SF are apologising on his behalf. Stupid. I grew up in the 70's and 80's as a committed supporter of violent armed struggle to remove the British from Ireland, abolish the puppet government in Dublin, and create a 32 county socialist Republic based on the principles of Pearse and Connolly. I disagreed with ending the armed resistance, but now accept it was for the best. What I don't want is Provisional SF trying to become just like the other Free State establishment bastards. Own your history and own your wants, to get the Brits out of Ireland, and to ****ing break the Free State traitors. Hopefully Ogra SF have more revolutionary members than their increasingly cosy 26 county arm.
Nobotty wrote: » Where does democracy come into all that though,?
FrancieBrady wrote: » Do you think Simon will now call out the British for not being interested in reconciliation? Tell them their mask has slipped? Or is that kind of language only reserved for those challenging you in the polls?
KarlMarks wrote: » Provisional SF decided to pursue exclusively democratic means when they signed up to the peace process. That doesn't mean their goals have changed, and I don't consider their progress to be radical or quick enough to be honest. The goal of all Irish Republicans is to remove the British from Ireland, disband the pupttet government in Dublin, and create a new Republic based on socialism. Any movement away from those goals and what was the point. Stanley pointed out that two miliatry campaigns against a foreign force on these lands were successful. That should be applauded by all Irish Republicans.Shameful of 26 county PSF to go apologising for what was a proper Irish republican viewpoint.
blanch152 wrote: » You just quoted him!! Next time the Tories run some candidates for the Dail, I am sure he will point it out during the election campaign. I think the lesson learned in the last few days is that Northern Ireland is still a cesspit of sectarian hatred and that we are better off without it until the people up there learn to live with one another.
FrancieBrady wrote: » I just quoted him from before their announcement today. This has nothing to do with votes. That old crutch to avoid having to say anything critical won't work.
Solutionking wrote: » After a hard day at work I was looking to cheer myself up. This is hillarious. Keep it up young lad you are hillarious.
blanch152 wrote: » Desperation stakes, more whataboutery. let's see what Catherine Murphy does, it will be interesting to see whether she sticks to her principles as she shouted them out today, or whether she backs down and allows Stanley to continue.
KarlMarks wrote: » I'm almost 70 years of age, and have 2 bullet wounds to show how committed I was to the cause of Irish freedom. Irish Republicans were forced to put all their eggs into the PSF basket, and I don't want them getting cosy with the Dublin establishment by automatically apologising for Irish Republican military actions that struck blows against the armed forces of the foreign coloninists on this island. PSF have gotten soft. That sickener O'Broin on the radio apologising.
blanch152 wrote: » Are you not happy that Martin called out the British government? It seems to me that you would have preferred if Martin and Coveney had said nothing so that then you could proclaim about that. More than a little sour grapes at the way things are going. Will Stanley be on the News at Nine as well? Will the PAC tomorrow make the news tomorrow everning? People will have moved on from Finucane by then.
Brendan Bendar wrote: » Two...... not too committed buddy. Most people get up early and work for their families, pay their taxes, and don’t pump out the bulldust you pump out. Go back to your shinebox.
KarlMarks wrote: » I'm almost 70 years of age, and have 2 bullet wounds to show how committed I was to the cause of Irish freedom.
Brendan Bendar wrote: » Now is the time for Catherine Murphy to stand up and be counted. Not just sit in the Dáil and draw the wedge and expenses. Time to earn your corn Catherine.
The UK Government’s decision on whether to order a public inquiry into Pat Finucane’s murder will signal if it is committed to truth and reconciliation, Ireland’s foreign affairs minister has said
For Forks Sake wrote: » Usually if she has someone in her sights, they don't get let away. Hopefully this continues
Brendan Bendar wrote: » Let’s see, these lifers need to show the electorate they are of some use.
Brendan Bendar wrote: » Absolutely this lad has to go, must have been like a pressure cooker in SF recently as I said it must have been like a black hole, not even the light got out. Stanley cracked and couldn’t hold back, took the swipe, and given the ‘context’ where SF were on every media outlet, 7/24/365 pontificating on happenings in other parties, got hit on the ‘sweet spot’ when he broke the omertà that no doubt was being organised by ML. Even the smugster O’Broin can’t smooth over this one.
Solutionking wrote: » 10 years ago I was part of a crack commando unit was sent to prison by a military court for a crime we didn't commit. My men and me promptly escaped from a maximum security stockade to the Cavan underground. Today, still wanted by the government, we survive as soldiers of fortune. If you have a problem, if no one else can help, and if you can find them, maybe you can hire the A-Team.
Bubbaclaus wrote: » Close to 70 years old, 2 bullet holes, livinģ in a house share and investing in crypto whilst also being a communist. Amazing
Solutionking wrote: » Grew up in the 70's but is 70. Somehow either my maths is wrong or his/her's is. I think the odd are with me
KarlMarks wrote: » Provisional SF decided to pursue exclusively democratic means when they signed up to the peace process. That doesn't mean their goals have changed, and I don't consider their progress to be radical or quick enough to be honest. The goal of all Irish Republicans is to remove the British from Ireland, disband the pupttet government in Dublin, and create a new Republic based on socialism. Any movement away from those goals and what was the point.Stanley pointed out that two miliatry campaigns against a foreign force on these lands were successful. That should be applauded by all Irish Republicans.Shameful of 26 county PSF to go apologising for what was a proper Irish republican viewpoint.
Bonniedog wrote: » Fine Gael have obviously learned nothing from Charlie Flanagan's fanboyism of the Tans. That was one of decisive factors in boosting Shinner vote in February. Stanley should not have to apologise for anything. And i have no time for New SF which of course is probably going to shaft him over it.
