Address to Seanad Éireann by H.E. Maura Healey, Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Seanad Éireann — 2023-06-27
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Tom Clonan (IND), University of Dublin

It said a neighbour testified that indeed there might have been a horse of that name there but he knew no such man. Unfortunately, I do not know what became of my forebear Thomas Clonan. I do not know if he is still a horse.
My journey to this House was through the experience of having four teenage and adult kids, one of whom has a disability. I have always campaigned for diversity and inclusion. The challenges and obstacles that confront our disabled citizens are one of the frontiers we have to conquer. I had the great privilege of meeting a Senator who was one of the architects of the Americans with Disability Act, the ADA. That Act has proven to be an inspiration for me for legislation that I hope to introduce to this House to vindicate the rights of persons with disabilities. Governor Healey is very welcome. It is wonderful to see people like our Cathaoirleach and Taoiseach, as members of the LGBTQ+ community, celebrated and achieving. As I said at the start, fáilte abhaile - welcome home.

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Sitting date: 2023-06-27