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Double-think and out of touch: The week in quotes

“It would pave the way for the direct and intentional killing of unborn children. This can never be morally justified in any circumstances.”

IT WAS THE week in which the government committed to action on the issue of abortion in Ireland which drew praise and criticism.

Barack Obama committed to formulating proposals to help tackle gun violence in the wake of the deadly shootings in Connecticut and back in Ireland a government minister passed away.

All that and more, it’s the week in quotes:

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