| Topic: | Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Religious meetings at the Natural Cafe | |
| Posted by: | Lucille Grant | |
| Date/Time: | 30/05/07 18:01:00 |
| I agree with you that Daniel O'Connell, having experienced life during the French Revolution, was against violence. However, the Sunday meetings held by Catholics were used to whip up support for him. It was a clever manouvre as the population was a captive audience and they had rightful grievances against the British (Protestants). It was inevitable that this dream of emancipation and Home Rule would eventually lead to violence, even if not perpetrated by him. I cannot fathom why you insist on making me out to be prejudiced when I have a great affection for Ireland and the Irish, whatever religion. If anything, I have always believed that British policy in Ireland was piss poor for many years prior to the events of the 19th and 20th century. I am delighted that you now appreciate Julia's views as being 'transparent and straightforward' even tho you consider mine are 'subject to twisting' - whatever that might mean. She and I are obv singing from the same hymm sheet. (I'm sure she'll pardon the comparison and, like her, if you really want the last word, be my guest.) |