Sean by describing Unionists as you do you are destroying the idea behind this gathering. Shame on you !

I don’t remember once mentioning the word “Unionist”. I said Loyalists. Loyalists are the militant, aggressive community within Unionism. They do not represent the wider Unionist community as a whole. My analysis of them was accurate.

I would add that by equating Loyalism as the de facto description of Unionism, you attack the average Unionist who opposes the tribalism loyalist mindset and their actions. It is you who should be ashamed – For one, completely misinterpreting my original comment (Which is now removed), and for two – Allowing loyalists to have complete control over how we view the wider Unionist community.

well said Danny..well said!

Danny – I know it’s a peace rally. My original comment expressed happiness in the fact that both communities had come together to oppose violent extremism. Unfortunately, my post was then misrepresented by Rory – Hence my response. I’m completely chilled, as one normally is while reading the Journal over a cup of tea. :)

Sean in this context “Unionist” and “loyalist” are interchangeable. Do not get tied down in semantics.

No Rory, they are not – and I’ve already explained why.