Caoimhghin O'Réalacháin
@armaghk.bsky.social
For all its faults the European Union is the only game in town for all European democracies.
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JANE FONDA: “I know Don Lemon. My husband created CNN. And I will fight for their right to speak… they arrested the wrong Don. This is how autocrats act. We can’t fall for it.”
January 31, 2026 at 4:54 AM
JANE FONDA: “I know Don Lemon. My husband created CNN. And I will fight for their right to speak… they arrested the wrong Don. This is how autocrats act. We can’t fall for it.”
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The Future of Irish Defence Policy: an expert report launched by Barry Andrews MEP today
"Ireland is a non-aligned neutral country but we must be able to defend ourselves, on land, at sea, in the air and online."
@brigidlaffan.bsky.social
pdf: www.barryandrews.ie/post/the-fut...
"Ireland is a non-aligned neutral country but we must be able to defend ourselves, on land, at sea, in the air and online."
@brigidlaffan.bsky.social
pdf: www.barryandrews.ie/post/the-fut...
January 30, 2026 at 5:52 PM
The Future of Irish Defence Policy: an expert report launched by Barry Andrews MEP today
"Ireland is a non-aligned neutral country but we must be able to defend ourselves, on land, at sea, in the air and online."
@brigidlaffan.bsky.social
pdf: www.barryandrews.ie/post/the-fut...
"Ireland is a non-aligned neutral country but we must be able to defend ourselves, on land, at sea, in the air and online."
@brigidlaffan.bsky.social
pdf: www.barryandrews.ie/post/the-fut...
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Art by Lar DeSouza…
January 28, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Art by Lar DeSouza…
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More and more Americans are voicing their outrage at the tactics being deployed by federal agents in Minnesota. But it’s important to understand the broader implications of what this administration is doing, and the threat it poses to the basic freedoms of every American.
January 28, 2026 at 3:02 PM
More and more Americans are voicing their outrage at the tactics being deployed by federal agents in Minnesota. But it’s important to understand the broader implications of what this administration is doing, and the threat it poses to the basic freedoms of every American.
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Cartoon in French newspaper, ‘Le Monde’
January 26, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Cartoon in French newspaper, ‘Le Monde’
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We are opening an investigation into Grok because we believe that X may have breached the DSA.
We have seen antisemitic content, non-consensual deepfakes of women, and child sexual abuse material.
In Europe, no company will make money by violating our fundamental rights.
link.europa.eu/Fh8h84
We have seen antisemitic content, non-consensual deepfakes of women, and child sexual abuse material.
In Europe, no company will make money by violating our fundamental rights.
link.europa.eu/Fh8h84
January 26, 2026 at 1:24 PM
We are opening an investigation into Grok because we believe that X may have breached the DSA.
We have seen antisemitic content, non-consensual deepfakes of women, and child sexual abuse material.
In Europe, no company will make money by violating our fundamental rights.
link.europa.eu/Fh8h84
We have seen antisemitic content, non-consensual deepfakes of women, and child sexual abuse material.
In Europe, no company will make money by violating our fundamental rights.
link.europa.eu/Fh8h84
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Here's the thing, Greg — free speech is still protected by the First Amendment under the Constitution.
If you want folks to stop saying you're the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people, maybe stop acting like the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people.
If you want folks to stop saying you're the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people, maybe stop acting like the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people.
Bovino: "When politicians, community leaders, & some journalists engage in that heated rhetoric we keep talking about, when they make the choice to vilify law enforcement calling law enforcement 'Gestapo' or using the term 'kidnapping,' that is a choice & there are actions & consequences."
January 26, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Here's the thing, Greg — free speech is still protected by the First Amendment under the Constitution.
If you want folks to stop saying you're the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people, maybe stop acting like the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people.
If you want folks to stop saying you're the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people, maybe stop acting like the secret police who are kidnapping and killing people.
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The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.
January 25, 2026 at 5:39 PM
The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.
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US officials sought to lobby against Marine Le Pen election ban ruling, says French judge
US officials sought to lobby against Marine Le Pen election ban ruling, says French judge
Trump administration advisers ‘were convinced it was a political trial’ to remove far-right leader from the presidential race
www.irishtimes.com
January 21, 2026 at 6:27 PM
US officials sought to lobby against Marine Le Pen election ban ruling, says French judge
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I hope there are enough lawmakers who love our country enough to oust this president who lacks the interest & ability to meet America’s needs. Clearly he has a level of dementia. He is now obsessed beyond reason with getting a Nobel Peace Prize. Impeach before he destroys everything everywhere
January 19, 2026 at 9:52 PM
I hope there are enough lawmakers who love our country enough to oust this president who lacks the interest & ability to meet America’s needs. Clearly he has a level of dementia. He is now obsessed beyond reason with getting a Nobel Peace Prize. Impeach before he destroys everything everywhere
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There is no strategy
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
January 20, 2026 at 6:41 AM
There is no strategy
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
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I am not exaggerating when I say ICE functions as a terrorist organization in the Twin Cities. The goal seems to be to harass and frighten people (the ones who are lucky enough to not be abducted, at least) and it's deeply unsettling when you learn they're in your neighborhood.
January 20, 2026 at 5:07 AM
I am not exaggerating when I say ICE functions as a terrorist organization in the Twin Cities. The goal seems to be to harass and frighten people (the ones who are lucky enough to not be abducted, at least) and it's deeply unsettling when you learn they're in your neighborhood.
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Investigating elected officials for speech is not law enforcement but intimidation. If governors and mayors can be investigated for criticizing federal actions, neither elected officials nor anyone else is truly free to speak. #holdfast
January 17, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Investigating elected officials for speech is not law enforcement but intimidation. If governors and mayors can be investigated for criticizing federal actions, neither elected officials nor anyone else is truly free to speak. #holdfast
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For those interested in brexit and the impact on Ireland.
In particular accelerating the likelihood of Northern Ireland leaving the UK to rejoin Ireland in the EU.
In particular accelerating the likelihood of Northern Ireland leaving the UK to rejoin Ireland in the EU.
January 17, 2026 at 9:23 PM
For those interested in brexit and the impact on Ireland.
In particular accelerating the likelihood of Northern Ireland leaving the UK to rejoin Ireland in the EU.
In particular accelerating the likelihood of Northern Ireland leaving the UK to rejoin Ireland in the EU.
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🚨BREAKING: Parliament is going to debate the petition Calling for a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy on 9 February.
This is why it’s so important👇
youtu.be/Cnl8MNhwEY0?...
This is why it’s so important👇
youtu.be/Cnl8MNhwEY0?...
Petition calling for a full, public inquiry into RUSSIAN INTERFERENCE IN UK DEMOCRACY hits threshold
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
youtu.be
January 17, 2026 at 8:06 AM
🚨BREAKING: Parliament is going to debate the petition Calling for a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy on 9 February.
This is why it’s so important👇
youtu.be/Cnl8MNhwEY0?...
This is why it’s so important👇
youtu.be/Cnl8MNhwEY0?...
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"A New Public Service Media for a New Country" report was launched today in Belfast.
In this report the authors ask....
What would public media look like in a reunified Ireland?
Would BBC NI staff & assets be merged with RTÉ?
Would a completely new PSM org be created?
quick 🧵
In this report the authors ask....
What would public media look like in a reunified Ireland?
Would BBC NI staff & assets be merged with RTÉ?
Would a completely new PSM org be created?
quick 🧵
January 14, 2026 at 6:50 PM
"A New Public Service Media for a New Country" report was launched today in Belfast.
In this report the authors ask....
What would public media look like in a reunified Ireland?
Would BBC NI staff & assets be merged with RTÉ?
Would a completely new PSM org be created?
quick 🧵
In this report the authors ask....
What would public media look like in a reunified Ireland?
Would BBC NI staff & assets be merged with RTÉ?
Would a completely new PSM org be created?
quick 🧵
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welcome to new users coming across from the other place- Starter packs on blue sky are a group of interest user group you can follow with one click.
If you're interested in what's happening in Ireland post brexit, this group is for you.
If you're interested in what's happening in Ireland post brexit, this group is for you.
January 10, 2026 at 8:11 PM
welcome to new users coming across from the other place- Starter packs on blue sky are a group of interest user group you can follow with one click.
If you're interested in what's happening in Ireland post brexit, this group is for you.
If you're interested in what's happening in Ireland post brexit, this group is for you.
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BREAKING: ICE shooter identified as Jonathan Ross. www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...
Star Tribune identifies ICE agent who fatally shot woman in Minneapolis
Jonathan Ross was dragged in a separate incident last year by a fleeing driver, according to court records.
www.startribune.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:12 PM
BREAKING: ICE shooter identified as Jonathan Ross. www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...
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Watch as ICE refuses to let a doctor render aid to Renee Nicole Good.
New footage provided to HuffPost of ICE Agents LITERALLY DENYING A PHYSICIAN ACCESS TO RENEE NICOLE GOOD, the woman they just shot in the face.
January 8, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Watch as ICE refuses to let a doctor render aid to Renee Nicole Good.
@fiannafailparty.bsky.social Mercosur opposition is pro Trump and anti Ireland's interests to satisfy a tiny minority, 0.9% of GNI.
January 8, 2026 at 5:22 PM
@fiannafailparty.bsky.social Mercosur opposition is pro Trump and anti Ireland's interests to satisfy a tiny minority, 0.9% of GNI.
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The Senate repubs have 35 seats up for election many in red states it would be remarkable if we could flip 20 then impeachment would be guaranteed. We have 21 seats open, we need to hold them all.
January 7, 2026 at 8:48 AM
The Senate repubs have 35 seats up for election many in red states it would be remarkable if we could flip 20 then impeachment would be guaranteed. We have 21 seats open, we need to hold them all.
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