Daniel Dunne
@danieldunne
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Old-fashioned liberal. #IrelandForAll
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During this crisis we have seen a Dutch mininster collapse in exhaustion, and now a German state minister take his own life. We should not take for granted the limitless ability of those in leadership positions to absorb stress. We are all human. They need our support.
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I'm a huge admirer of
@BluskyeAllison
, a courageous advocate for women's rights and lesbian rights.
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@Gilleeece
He's exercising his right to free speech Emma. The idea of democracy is that people can make up their own minds about what he says and vote accordingly.
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This is shameful. Chilling free expression and opposing pluralism of belief.
@ColetteColfer
has it right, this is becoming a religion.
Dublin LGBTQ+ Pride's statement on termination of media partnership with RTÉ.
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I'm calling on the
@greenparty_ie
to support this bill. Female prisoners are a small set of people, but among our most vulnerable citizens.
The people signed letters to TDs, which will be sent on Monday, asking them to sign the Bill drafted by our CEO and Founder Laoise De Brún BL and introduced to the Dáil by Peadar Tóibín TD. We were delighted to meet Deputy Willie O'Dea, who has offered his full support and
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@BolshieBish
I guess you are afraid of debate because your ideas don't stand up to scrutiny and people might think for themselves about what they hear. You act like the fascists you claim to hate.
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@ICCLtweet
Please answer this. Where in the broadcast was a group of people's right to exist questioned?
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Remember: Irish children were sent to the Tavistock too. Where have the politicians been?
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@jasonintrator
@justobserving95
@wgrosso
James and Helen are clearly distinguishable from the far right, in that they oppose authoritarianism, and the worst excesses of identity politics, on both ends of the political spectrum. Maybe read the book before trashing it?
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And of course, it should go without saying, our frontline workers are enduring traumatic levels of stress. We need to look after them for years after this.
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This is one of those days when cynicism can take a back seat.
@rodericogorman
and
@HMcEntee
representing a more generous and decent Ireland that is emerging. It gives one hope.
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@mishtal
@IntlCrimCourt
@KarimKhanQC
Nonsense. Today is a step forward for the international rule of law.
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It's a nice aim, but your approach is naive. Free speech (once a value of the left) is the life-blood of democracy. Bad speech is best combatted by more speech. Too much power in the hands of the state to adjudicate on speech represents a danger to us all.
Can’t believe what I’m witnessing now with the Hate Speech legislation from FG & FF reps on
@TonightVMTV
.
Bill aims to protect the most vulnerable groups in Irish society.
Too vulnerable to be political powerful in their eyes it would appear.
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This really damages the credibility of
@greenparty_ie
. How can you be taken seriously on climate change when this is the level?
@EamonRyan
. "Listen to the science"
Always a bit worrying to see a doctor championing public health research with poor methodology.
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@SWW_Ie
@ColetteColfer
I must have expressed that badly. I don't care who pride partners with, they don't get to dictate what can be debated on Joe Duffy. We live in a democracy.
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This week I resigned from the Green Party.
I will continue to support action at all levels to deal with the climate and biodiversity emergencies. I commend the
@greenparty_ie
for continued leadership on those issues, and I wish my former colleagues well.
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The unrelenting attacks on
@rodericogorman
are despicable. Democracy can only suffer if those in public life face constant harassment and libels.
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@ICCLtweet
To call into question the right of a group of people to exist would be a crime. To accuse someone of something so serious requires evidence. Using these terms casually is irresponsible, and undermines your credibility as a civil rights advocate.
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I'm at the
@dlrcc
#dlrBudget22
meeting. Because the council voted in August to reduce LPT by 15% we have lost €7.8m in discretionary expenditure. This could have made a huge difference in the quality of life in our county, in recent times it was spent on:
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Public Consultation: We've been using the Irish version for 100 years. But shouldn't we be more inclusive? What should we call our county town going forward?
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@bariweiss
They are about hopelessness in the face of occupation and blockade by a vastly stronger power. The actions of Israel and the US do not suggest an interest in a peaceful resolution.
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@saoirse_mchugh
@ColetteColfer
No one is suggesting that; they should probably not be partnered with a national broadaster if they think it should give them editorial input. There is a constant expansion of the idea of hate speech and phobias with a view to chilling normal political speech.
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I'll be amazed if the Sligo killer was following the trans in sport debate. Disappointed that a senator I voted for is spouting such nonsense.
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Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.
#LetWomenSpeakDublin
#LetWomenSpeak
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@JohnOBrennan2
Not a fan of gript , but they do ask questions that others don't, especially when open goals are presented. Disinformation is not the sole preserve of the right. We need pluralist sources of media, the public can make their own mind up.
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@saoirse_mchugh
@ColetteColfer
It's quite bizarre that so called allies just run from debate and rattle off mantras, instead of seeking to rationally establish understanding. It's actually counterproductive.
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Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.
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Maybe the govt should declare an emergency bank holiday. Employers are too slow to react to this.
#Ophelia
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Critics of gender ideology are found across the spectrum. At events I have attended so far, all the participants I talked to were liberal feminists, most with experience campaigning for gay rights and womens rights. The far right slur is getting lazy.
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@liamherrick
I think McDowell was implying that these kind of street events attract loonies on both sides, usually looking for their opposite numbers. There were plenty of sane people at Let Women Speak who should be heard.
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You are afraid to debate the issues raised by letting people change sex by self id, so you have to project the worst on anyone who disagrees. Constant ad hominem, guilt by association, slurs and innuendo. You have no arguments.
@KEmrch
@danieldunne
@greenparty_ie
It appears some of the
@greenparty_ie
members get it and some don’t.
Standing with those who shout bile and hate is not opening up the conversation it’s platforming those who would push an agenda of hate and division.
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
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@KarSugrue
@saoirse_mchugh
@ColetteColfer
You have a weird idea of expertise and what it involves. I live in a democracy and am an elected politician. Discussion is my business and I won't be told to shut up, thanks. I don't know what you are insinuating with your last comment.
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@KarSugrue
@saoirse_mchugh
@ColetteColfer
I think all the things brought up on Joe Duffy should be debated, so many open issues for society to work through. For instance, should sex categories as well as gender have some status in law?
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@Chris_Noone_
Assuming children are trans is the wrong starting point. Gender issues can be symptomatic of other problems, and a broader approach is needed, say Cass. "Gender specialists" have an interest in creating demand for their own services.
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It's easy to smear gender critical views as right wing. (So many lazy tropes in this article.) Feminist concerns about gender ideology are gender non-conformist, based on the reality of biological sex, and see to balance rights of vulnerable groups.
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Forget politics for a moment🥰🥰
I don’t know who needs to hear this but these babies needed to hear and now they can
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Delighted and honoured to have been elected to serve the people of
@dlrcc
. Thanks to everyone who voted for me, or who shared their concerns with me during the campaign. I hope I can make a positive difference for our community.
#GreenWave
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@KarSugrue
@saoirse_mchugh
@ColetteColfer
What age is the right cut off for consent to mastectomies? How do we decide when puberty blockers are appropriate? Should we allow biological males in women's sport? Sex segregated prisons. Should all be debated.
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I'm a liberal on the left. Free speech, and intellectual diversity, are important values for me. I welcome disagreement and respect people who do not share my views. I lose respect for people who try to shut me up and stop expressing my thoughts.
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@RBoydBarrett
You've called for expulsions of Israeli diplomats in the past, with no anxieties about neutrality - try to be consistent at least.
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I am shocked and appalled at the violent death of Azzam Raguragui in Churchtown yesterday. I know everyone in the area wishes deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
In Memory Of Azzam
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5 years since this great launch of a political career. Remember this when you hear guff from
@FineGael
about social inclusion.
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@Gilleeece
Policing political speech is a dangerous road to go down. Most people can see your man for the dose he is, you don't need someone on high making their decisions for them.
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@SeanKellyMEP
Sorry, but we actually have policies and outcomes we care about, we're not just there to make up the numbers.
@cathmartingreen
is 100% right in her approach.
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@OCallaghanCian
Shame on the govt for not achieving Protected Designation of Origin status for this traditional Dublin product.
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@LunaLiboni
Could you give examples of speech you think should be criminalized? Reading an ILGA report I am shocked that a thoughtful person like Stella O'Malley is listed. This seems like dangerous over-reach and raises my hackles as a liberal. +I'm in your community apparently.
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Climate justice means facing the fact that the poorest on the planet are already suffering from the effects of our manner of consumption. We cannot put off climate action until we get perfect justice within our wealthy nation state.
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No matter how many times you put the word debate into inverted commas, I won't be giving up my right to hear the views of Irish women on matters that concern them.
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Some very fine people were at the
#LetWomenSpeakDublin
event Oisín: feminists, liberals, gays, lesbians, leftists and ordinary women. I was happy to listen to their concerns.
There's a rally and counter rally in in town today (for those flying in, that's what we call Dublin City Centre)
Some very fine people on one side!
(The side that don't say it's ok to be fascist and who don't need to tell their men to stay non-violent)
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As a graduate of philosophy I find the arguments of
@Docstockk
very convincing. Please read 'Material Girl' to understand mainstream gender critical arguments before falling into moral panics about right-wing recruitment
@aoifegall
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@ismiseleenie
@irishgirl74
@BethRigby
@RachelSJohnson
@KayBurley
@SkyNews
Tá an ceart agat, ar ndóigh. I'm exagerrating just to make sure everyone is paying attention.
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@AodhanORiordain
Prioritizing those older saves more lives. Get past the virtue signalling for one day of your life ffs.
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@RobinCafolla
@phiznlil
There is certainly something to fear from an election. I've met numerous voters in Dublin Rathdown who voted for Catherine Martin (and me) and say that they will not vote for her again if we stay out at this time.
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To call into question the right of a group of people to exist would be a crime in my view. To accuse someone of something so serious requires evidence. Using these terms casually is irresponsible, and undermines your credibility as a civil rights advocate
@ICCLtweet
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@madcybi
@NanneWielinga
@elonmusk
@michaelshermer
Has a constitution and parliament, and yes popular initiative for referendums. Not quite direct democracy.
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Big shoes to fill. An honour to serve all the people of Dún Laoghaire Rathdown.
Congratulations to
@danieldunne
, our new
@greenparty_ie
Councillor for
#Dundrum
on
@dlrcc
. Looking forward to working with you! Also thanks to
@karenffurlong
for your invaluable work during your time as our Green Party public rep on the Council
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@jasonintrator
@justobserving95
@wgrosso
I thought your point was that attacks on authoritarianism on the left were just pro-Trump propaganda. There's a real problem and James and Helen are shining a light on it. Re critical approach, a bit of baby with bathwater.
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@iseult
@markhumphrys
@TFiddlersgreen
@robertburke84
I probably disagree with much of Mark's views. But the principle of free speech is worth defending though. If we don't have freedom of speech for academics, we are in serious trouble. Chilling of expression will eventually impact on learning and research.
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- Extra Public Litter Bins and Waste collection
- Benches in public areas
- Temporary Public conveniences
- Changing facilities
- Public drinking fountains (with dog facilities)
- Tree planting, care and replacement
- Flower Bulbs
- Weed and invasive species clearance ...
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@prote_ousia
@bananamoat
@lastpositivist
No, you are speculating wildly and unfairly.
@SarahTheHaider
has a different philosophical view to Bryant, and would be well able to debate the issues.
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- Sports inclusion programs for disabled children
- Accessible Play Equipment in playgrounds
- Beach accessibility works
- Defibrillators
- Promotion of girls participation in sport
- Domestic violence refuge project
- High security locks for senior citizens scheme
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@Eintrachtrob
We don't punish people, or appoint them, based on the actions of their family members. This is a basic tenet of modern societies.
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I'm really shocked by the video circulating of violence in Dundrum village on Sunday. If you have any information that might help bring the perpetraors to justice, please contact Dundrum Garda at (01) 666 5600.
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@saoirse_mchugh
@ColetteColfer
What opinions on Joe Duffy were so heinous? I bet a tenner you won't list them. Anyway, I have no problem debating racist nutters. I'm confident of my arguments. I think you are not confident of yours.
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He's right again. Liberal democracy is based on the state leaving the choice of the good life to citizens and communities. Making a new secular religion dominant will result in fragmentation and backlash.
My
@irishtimes
column today: State must not fill vacuum left by religion with its own doctrines
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Time and again the same pattern: gender identity ideology and the supression of speech go hand in hand.
#Article19
#LetWomenSpeak
Hint: if you show up to an event specifically to yell and scream abuse at a small group of women talking about their rights and safeguarding, you're not one of the good guys.
Video from
@RoisinMichaux
.
#WomenAreSpeaking
@WomenSpeakEire
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I felt these projects really made a difference at a time when people have relied heavily on their local public realm. It is sad to see councillors reducing their own capacity to make a such an impact.
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Disturbing thread. So many must be still suffering. May they find peace, and justice.
This “spa” was a rape concentration camp where Bosnian Serb militias raped Muslim women & girls during the war. No one has been held accountable. Shame on Republic of Srpska for advertising this “tourist site” and on municipality for administering hotel of horrors.h/t
@georgiokon
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Amazing how journalists covering politics in 2024 can ask what a politician means by "woke"? Isn't woke just about being kind? Or alert to injustice? Looking at you
@cooper_m
and
@JoeHumphreys42
. Are you really that naive or misinformed? Come off it.
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@designer367
@jason_koebler
@mattdpearce
He talked about a distribution of traits, which overlap across genders, and suggested treating people as individuals.
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Delighted to see
@HPluckrose
and
@ConceptualJames
reaching a wider audience with the publication of Cynical Theories. I have been a fan of
@AreoMagazine
since its foundation by
@MalharMali
and identify with its liberal and humanist values.
@IonaItalia
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Thanks in advance to all those working overtime during the
#Ophelia
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The current generation of left wing students seem given to puerile purity games. They remind me of the religious authoritarians the left of my generation fought against. I've lost patience with them.
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@Rusalka343
Yes, that is a skill we should encourage. You could be running on adrenaline for quite a while and then hit a wall. This is a group effort, we need to all support each other.
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@Elaine_Loughlin
Most trans women (just like most men) are not abusive. It's a small set of cases, but a valid concern for vulnerable women, far from absurd. You can both support trans people and address those fears.
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Sad to see this from an organisation once committed to pluralism and free speech. Slogans repeated ad nauseam, dogmatic intolerance and dismissal of women's concerns, reminiscent of the religion that once dominated this country .
Labour Youth and Labour LGBT stand in solidarity with the transgender, non-binary, and intersex community and reiterate that their lives are not a topic to be debated, but they are to be accepted and loved within our society. Trans rights are human rights."
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I usually ignore Gemma O'D, but her latest ramblings convey disturbing menace. I have begun to worry about the safety of my colleague. I am a very liberal and consistent supporter of free speech. But threats of violence is the line.
@gardainfo
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