Address to Seanad Éireann by Ms Linda Ervine to mark Seachtain na Gaeilge
Seanad Éireann — 2022-03-03
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Regina Doherty (FG), Nominated by the Taoiseach

I am unfortunately in the position of not being able to speak Irish, but I have to say that was one of the most humbling addresses I have ever witnessed in the 11 years I have served in the Oireachtas. I thank you so much for coming, Linda, for sharing your experience and journey, and for your humbleness to how you approached the conflict and anger you experienced over the past ten years. You are so good to have given up your time and for sharing your experience today. It has enriched my day, my week and my experience. I wish you continued success in everything you do. I wish we could clone you and make 50 more of you. You described the truth and the way forward, in that we are all just what we are but we have to try to get on with and have respect for one another. That is sadly lacking in much of our political discourse. Thank you very much for what you are doing from the grassroots up and for sharing that experience with us.

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Sitting date: 2022-03-03