Use it or lose it? We would if we could
In 2013 the Irish electorate voted to retain our upper house of parliament, the Seanad, despite the coalition government’s campaign to abolish it. The referendum sparked a deal of debate,…
You Have 6 Hours to Claim Your Vote
Applications to have your name on the register of electors for the upcoming general election close today at 5pm. The register which will be used in the election comes into…
Ediorial: Don’t give them your hatred, give them your pity
Last week it was announced that a group called PEGIDA (Patriotische Europäer gegen die Islamisierung des Abendlandes) will, with the assistance of political party Identity Ireland, be launched this Saturday,…
Editorial: This is an Intervention
The decision of the British parliament on Wednesday to extend the mission of its forces in Iraq to include bombing runs in Syria is not a surprise. If you have…
Drug Decriminalisation a step Towards a Safer Future
Last week at the London School of Economics, TD Aodán Ó Ríordáin announced plans to decriminalise drugs in Ireland, and to open medically supervised injecting centres across the country. This…
Hearing Women’s Voices
Tuning into Today FM’s The Last Word one evening I was mildly startled at hearing a guest presenter’s voice. This wasn’t because the usual presenter was missing; Matt Cooper, like…
Editorial: On the Press
From time to time, I’m asked what my opinion is on the state of the press. Locally, nationally and internationally, I think it’s in need of a shakeup. And not…
Editorial: Distorting the Truth and Creating a Coup
When it comes to the EU we are right to view its institutions and mechanisms with a critical eye; anything of a governing nature should be subject to scrutiny if…
Editorial: A Half Dead Man Comments on Life
Recently, I’ve had a string of very good days. Some of them were good because something spectacular was going on around me; Body&Soul, driving across Germany, graduating from UCD. These…