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Thursday 26 March, 2020
Opinion: This current crisis is calling for the emergence of a bolder, braver and kinder humanity
Ruairà McKiernan says yes, this is a scary time, but our social structure hasn’t been working for everyone, and we may have an opportunity to change.
Thursday 8 June, 2017
'Last Sunday Bernie Sanders delivered a message Ireland needed to hear'
We are becoming increasingly like the United States, and not by accident, writes Ruairi McKiernan.
Wednesday 17 May, 2017
Column: 'I do not know what Chelsea Manning will do next. She owes the world nothing'
On the day of Chelsea Manning’s release from prison, campaigner Ruairà McKiernan reflects on the Irish campaign for her freedom.
Thursday 4 February, 2016
We need to smash the silence that surrounds sexual violence
Compelling first year Trinity College students to attend mandatory classes on sexual consent has raised eyebrows, writes Ruairà McKiernan.
Tuesday 12 May, 2015
Fear is the enemy of love – on 22nd May we have a chance to choose love
We can help heal Ireland and send a powerful message to the world about what kind of people we are.
Tuesday 9 December, 2014
Opinion: When the people lead, politicians are forced to follow – so let's make our voices heard
We need a solution for our water needs – but one that doesn’t include creative accounting, cronyism, and possible privatisation.
Saturday 23 August, 2014
Opinion: 10 things you can do if you didn't get that college place you wanted
It may not seem so right now, but the world is your oyster…
Friday 10 January, 2014
Column: Gentleman and genius - remembering ‘internet elder’ Aaron Swartz
I met Aaron at Harvard when he was 24. It was immediately clear that he was not only a genius, but also a gentleman who was wise beyond his years.
Wednesday 8 January, 2014
Column: Why are so many vital services being provided by charities in the first place?
We must – of course – question the behaviour and practises of Irish charities, but should also ask why they are providing so many vital services instead of the State, writes Ruairà McKiernan.
Sunday 15 December, 2013
Column: Goodbye Mandela. Now it is up to us.
Mandela was was rare role model for many, a man who was unafraid to speak truth to power, writes Ruairà McKiernan, who says the challenge now is for us to remember him by taking action.
Sunday 11 August, 2013
Here's what I learned from hitching around Ireland
Last month, Ruairà McKiernan hitchhiked around the country, recording people’s thoughts about the country. He heard from them about an Ireland where people are optimistic about the future – but also very, very angry.
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Poll: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
WELL, IT’S BEEN a week of blue skies across the country, with little rain in sight.Â
While it’s forecast to be colder over the weekend than in recent days, conditions, for the most part, are due to remain dry and sunny.Â
Temperatures today are to range between 9 and 15 degrees.Â
With little to no rain in sight at the moment, we’re wondering – are you itching for a rainy day? Or are you loving the sunshine?Â
So, today we want to know: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
Poll Results:
Sunshine, definitely (10177)
I like both (1870)
Rain, for sure (827)
I actually prefer snow more than anything (591)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
The Irish For: Kiltartanese and a passionate affair. The story of Galway's Lady Gregory
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
Darach Ó Séaghdha follows the artistic path of one of Ireland’s most fascinating historical women.
Larry Donnelly: Kennedy vs Markey could be the last throw of the dice for the Irish American dynasty
By Larry Donnelly - @LarryPDonnelly
The Kennedy vs Markey battle is the distraction from Covid-19 we all need, says Larry Donnelly.
Opinion: Economic activity is primed to resume after Covid-19. In the meantime, it’s about survival
By Robert Sweeney
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