WHAT IF?

WHAT IF?: All Souls: I was just stunned that someone was taking notice. No one had ever seemed to believe me or to care when I told them about the amount of poverty and social problems where I grew up.?

Colm McCarthy: State should challenge legality of ECB's actions - Independent.ie

Colm McCarthy: State should challenge legality of ECB's actions - Independent.ie: All EU institutions are subject to legal provisions laid down in the treaties and can be brought before the European Court of Justice. The ECB's statute contains the following, at Article 35.1: "The acts or omissions of the ECB shall be open to review or interpretation by the Court of Justice of the European Union in the cases and under the conditions laid down in the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union."?

ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: It would be far more effective for the Irish Government to initiate judicial review proceedings at the European Court, insisting on full discovery of all communications between Trichet, his executive directors and the German government and central bank and records of ECB contacts, if there were any, with holders of unsecured Irish bank bonds.?

Hörður Torfason speech 18th September 2013

ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: "'In order to respect the independence of the judiciary, the individual arrangements between a judge and the Revenue Commissioners for the making of such payments will be confidential.'"?THE IRISH DAILY MAIL COMMENT PAGE(28/7/2011)JUDGES WHO ARE IN DEBT MUST BE NAMED?I HAVE BEEN CALLING FOR THIS FOR YEARS"A DECLARATION OF INTERESTS"BY JUDGES AND GARDI.AS STATED IN THE MAIL"A JUDGE WHO IS FINANCIALLY INSECURE IS ONE WHO IS CONCEIVABLY OPEN TO CORRUPTION AS A RESULT OF THAT VULNERABILITY.HOW CAN JUDGES WHO MAY BE FINANCIALLY COMPROMISED THEMSELVES BE ALLOWED TO BOOT STRUGGLING MORTGAGE DEFAULTERS OUT OF THEIR HOMES?UNQUOTE.THE SAME WOULD APPLY IF JUDGES HAD SHARES IN BANKS WHO ALSO SOUGHT TO EVICT PEOPLE THROUGH THE COURTS?

Public Inquiry · Formal complaint to Gardai and Clerk of the Seanad in response to Senator Landy’s allegations of bribery

Public Inquiry · Formal complaint to Gardai and Clerk of the Seanad in response to Senator Landy’s allegations of bribery: Formal complaint to Gardai and Clerk of the Seanad in response to Senator Landy’s allegations of bribery?

Many won't talk to GP about mental issues - irishhealth.com

Many won't talk to GP about mental issues - irishhealth.com: A recent Health Research Board survey showed that over 40% of people experiencing psychological distress do not visit their doctor?AND THEIR DOCTOR WONT VISIT THEM?

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: Lijit | paddoconnell | Oconnellpadd13's Blog

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: Lijit | paddoconnell | Oconnellpadd13's Blog: “‘Basically i find it obnoxious that in this life cronyism comes before qualifications,Plus the fact that your class background defines what position you may be granted in life by the so-called elites.’?THE GREY-HAIRED MEN?”

Public Inquiry · Special arrangements for special people

Public Inquiry · Special arrangements for special people: I like this what i call a social site that tries to hilight corruption in ireland.But does it make a bit of difference?Will anything ever change?

"ENCOURAGECHANGE"paddoconnell8@gmail.com

"ENCOURAGECHANGE"paddoconnell8@gmail.com: ""Their accounts are sometimes tragic and emotionally wrenching but equally they are an inspiring chronicle of struggle and survival."?"AS ONE WIT SAYS"THE PEOPLE WHO LIVED IN THEM,THOSE WHO SURVIVED,WILL NEVER FORGET THEM"?

Society of St. Vincent de Paul | Social Justice | About the Society of St Vincent de Paul, SVP Ireland, non-profit organisation, person-to-person contact, people in need, direct assistance

Society of St. Vincent de Paul | Social Justice | About the Society of St Vincent de Paul, SVP Ireland, non-profit organisation, person-to-person contact, people in need, direct assistance: A key part of the Mission of SVP is to work for Social Justice – to advocate for change to policies and systems in the interests of people we are assisting. We analyse information arising from our work in local communities – including our local Conference visitation work - and specific Research about older people, lone parent families and other groups. The research, Case Studies and analysis help us to develop policy positions and make Submissions and representation to Government, Industry and Regulators on a range of issues. By both advocating on our own Campaigns, and by Working jointly with other organisations, we use our influence and experience to try and bring about a fairer and more just society for all. We specifically use the experience of members and those we assist to inform our annual Pre-Budget Submission to Government, and our Media work.?

Selective quotes blur the facts - Independent.ie

Selective quotes blur the facts - Independent.ie: It put an end to the well-meaning futility of the Sunningdale Agreement approach arranged over tea and cakes with Mrs Thatcher, entailing the total exclusion of the paramilitaries on both sides.

That agreement was intended to secure what Neville Chamberlain, in a different era, had called "Peace in our time"; it fell apart in nine months.?

CONNECT TO MY ANGELS

CONNECT TO MY ANGELS: Edward Thornley’s book is much more than a study of his brother’s career; it is an attempt to rescue him from "unjust oblivion" and explain how he was effectively the inventor of the so-called peace process – at a time when any move in that direction was not merely frowned upon, but was surpressed by all the forces of the two states in this island.?

ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: He also saw the graves of Sergeant Patrick Dunne and Volunteer Edward Ennis, two young men who died within months of each other in 1916, one fighting for Ireland and the other Britain.

Sgt Dunne was wounded at the Somme and returned to Ireland where he died and Vol Ennis was found dead on railway lines at Connolly station. Both were 19?Unknown Quote,They Were Dirt Poor Dubliners And Of Little "IMPORTANCE"To Anyones Official Account?

Selective quotes blur the facts

Selective quotes blur the facts

Selective quotes blur the facts

Selective quotes blur the facts

Selective quotes blur the facts

Selective quotes blur the facts

Society of St. Vincent de Paul | Social Justice | About the Society of St Vincent de Paul, SVP Ireland, non-profit organisation, person-to-person contact, people in need, direct assistance

Society of St. Vincent de Paul | Social Justice | About the Society of St Vincent de Paul, SVP Ireland, non-profit organisation, person-to-person contact, people in need, direct assistance

ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: ""Their accounts are sometimes tragic and emotionally wrenching but equally they are an inspiring chronicle of struggle and survival."?"AS ONE WIT SAYS"THE PEOPLE WHO LIVED IN THEM,THOSE WHO SURVIVED,WILL NEVER FORGET THEM"?

ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: ""The penalty-point whistleblower has written a letter to Taoiseach Enda Kenny claiming he is being "ground down to exhaustion" through "isolation and exclusion"."?
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The judges matter more than the ministers - Independent.ie

The judges matter more than the ministers - Independent.ie: "Despite the claims that the transfer of powers from the Oireachtas to the courts has mostly occurred in the last decade, the theory of natural law that the individual has inalienable rights which do not necessarily need to be enumerated by law but can be defined by the courts has seen the Supreme Court shape the evolution of Irish society in areas as diverse as personal contraception and the right to information, for several decades."?

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ENCOURAGECHANGE.: Garda Oath according to the Garda Headquarters Pheonix Park Dublin. - Tír Na Saor - Freemen of Ireland

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: Garda Oath according to the Garda Headquarters Pheonix Park Dublin. - Tír Na Saor - Freemen of Ireland: "It took a registered Letter to Garda HQ and the Dail to get this. That is how the Pen becomes mightier than the Sword."
TO SERVE THE PEOPLE OF IRELAND WITHOUT FEAR "FAVOUR" MALICE "OR"ILLWILL" ?TO QUOTE PJ STONE"INJUSTICES ARE NOT OVERTURNED IN A DAY ,THEY TAKE A "HELL"OF A LONG TIME.(HOW VERY TRUE)."?2002/2013.

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Bailey wins access to Du Plantier probe documents - RTÉ News

Bailey wins access to Du Plantier probe documents - RTÉ News: "Mr Justice Hedigan said the background to the case could only be described as "disturbing"."?

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Witness protection of limited use says DPP - Independent.ie

Witness protection of limited use says DPP - Independent.ie: "The DPP also said that the use of informers who give intelligence to gardai before a crime is committed -- and who may take part but are not prosecuted -- should also be treated with caution."?

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PADDYWANTSTOKNOW?

PADDYWANTSTOKNOW?: ""Gavin Sheridan of thestory.ie, an Irish website dedicated to publishing documents and data as a way to promote transparency in public life, has long advocated the idea that the Government should be publishing data, which he says leads to greater transparency and accountability."?"

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WHAT IF?

WHAT IF?: " ""I Wish To Congratulate Our Son Paul On Getting The Fullbright Fellowship To Harvard University,All His Family Are Very Proud Of Him And Happy To Show That Kids From A Working Class Background Can Reach Their True And Full Potential If Given Enough Encouragement."?WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO GIVE A HEART FELT THANK YOU TO THE UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER For All Their Support.THANK YOU."?"

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Tendering rules ‘set aside’ to speed up Waterford project | Irish Examiner

Tendering rules ‘set aside’ to speed up Waterford project | Irish Examiner: "Mr Walsh accepted the findings in an internal auditor’s report that found a significant number of cases where proper procurement procedures were not followed. "?

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Public Inquiry · The amazing two minds of Irish officialdom

Public Inquiry · The amazing two minds of Irish officialdom: "This amazing ability allows Irish politicians and civil servants to break a law or rule and, at the same time in their minds, obey that very same law."?

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FOI implementation review panel – The Story

FOI implementation review panel – The Story: "Last month we were asked by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform to participate in a review of the implementation of FOI (NOT related to the legislation, but rather to how the legislation is implemented)."?

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Adscam whistleblower still waiting for apology | hilltimes.com

Adscam whistleblower still waiting for apology | hilltimes.com: "He also says no one has ever fixed the "root" of the problem."?

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PADDYWANTSTOKNOW?

PADDYWANTSTOKNOW?: ""Child Care Law Reporting Project"?"

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EncourageChange (paddoconnell) on Twitter

EncourageChange (paddoconnell) on Twitter:

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RTÉ.ie Radio 1: Documentary on One - The Runners

RTÉ.ie Radio 1: Documentary on One - The Runners: "For Christy - being a runner was not simply just about escaping - it was about, despite the systematic abuse that reigned in these institutions, about never giving up - never letting the authorities break you down."?

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ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: ""AN OUTLET TO TRY AND ENCOURAGE WORKING-CLASS KIDS TO REACH THEIR TRUE AND FULL POTENTIAL."?THE DA VINCI CODE,CONGRATULATIONS WORKING CLASS KID FROM BARRYSTOWN ON MAKING IT TO HARVARD ON YOUR OWN STEAM,WE ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU.?""

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That €1bn that the State recently loaned to IBRC… | NAMA Wine Lake

That €1bn that the State recently loaned to IBRC… | NAMA Wine Lake: "It is unacceptable that we have been waiting more than three weeks for Minister for Finance, Michael Noonan to publish the Directions he issued to NAMA on 7th February 2013 which included a direction to make €1bn available to Irish Bank Resolution Corporation, the insolvent bank now in special liquidation. "?

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The Weekend Interview with Bernard Connolly: Why the Euro Crisis Isn't Over - WSJ.com

The Weekend Interview with Bernard Connolly: Why the Euro Crisis Isn't Over - WSJ.com: "Seventeen years ago, Bernard Connolly foretold the misery that awaited the European Union. Given that he was an instrumental figure in the EU bureaucracy and publicly expressed his doubts in a book called "The Rotten Heart of Europe," he was promptly fired. Mr. Connolly takes no pleasure now in having seen his prediction come true. "?

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PADDYWANTSTOKNOW?

PADDYWANTSTOKNOW?: ""Unbelievably, the last of these asylums was closed only in 1996."?SOCIAL CLASS AND ECONOMICS PLAYED A LARGE PART IN WHO WAS SENT TO THESE INSTITUTIONS,THEN AND NOW?"

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ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: """“Perhaps new forms of research-based investigation might better address such issues as the Magdalene Laundries or the quality of care in some mother-and-baby homes "and other institutions,”"?"ALL INSTITUTIONS WITHIN THE STATE OF THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND?

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Harvard's Bruce Western advocates new prison, rehabilitation policies | Harvard Magazine Mar-Apr 2013
Harvard's Bruce Western advocates new prison, rehabilitation policies | Harvard Magazine Mar-Apr 2013: " Western is studying what happens to prisoners after their release and has come to interview Jerry about his experience."?"

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Public Inquiry · Catholic Church and burning bodies

Public Inquiry · Catholic Church and burning bodies: "The identity of these women is still not known and no attempt has been made by the State or by the religious institution who interred these women, stripping them not only of their names but of their identity and of their existence, to find out who they were."?

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Alan Shatter, 17th December 2009

ENCOURAGECHANGE.

ENCOURAGECHANGE.: ""Stressing that he was not making observations behind the DPP’s back, Mr Justice Moriarty said there was no doubt from the evidence the pair and their family were demoralised and bewildered when it was indicated no prosecution was to be brought and, according to practice, no reason was given. "?THE"REAL"REASONS PROJECT?
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Businessman awarded part of legal costs in promissory notes case | Irish Examiner

Businessman awarded part of legal costs in promissory notes case | Irish Examiner: "In his ruling on Thursday High Court President Mr Justice Nicholas Kearns found the businessman lacked the legal standing to bring such a challenge which would be better if it were taken by a member of the Dáil. "?

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'I've done so many bad things; I've done a lot of damage to people. I'm not proud of that' - The Irish Times - Fri, Aug 24, 2012

'I've done so many bad things; I've done a lot of damage to people. I'm not proud of that' - The Irish Times - Fri, Aug 24, 2012: "In fact, 20 of the 50 children that featured in the study were known to gardaí before the age of 12."?WHAT DOES THAT TELL YOU?

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Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice - Contradictions in prison oversight reports, say Jesuit Centre

Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice - Contradictions in prison oversight reports, say Jesuit Centre: "CONTRADICTIONS IN PRISON OVERSIGHT REPORTS, SAY JESUIT CENTRE"?

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WHAT IF?

WHAT IF?: """“I only found out after I made the complaint in 2010 there wasn’t even any record of my first complaint… it was on my HSE file but there was no record of my having made a criminal complaint.

“I’m so angry about that — it could have saved me 20 years of suffering if all this had been done back then.” "?UNANSWERED QUESTIONS,THIS WARRANTS THROUGH INVESTIGATION?""

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Savile victim's fury as detective blasted for letting DJ off the hook is made key officer... in new Savile abuse inquiry | Mail Online

Savile victim's fury as detective blasted for letting DJ off the hook is made key officer... in new Savile abuse inquiry | Mail Online: "Ms Sullivan’s involvement in Operation Outreach was ‘nothing short of outrageous’. "?

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Ireland 2016 The European Rising Documentary

WHAT IF?

WHAT IF?: """Essentially, Leo XIII had two concerns. Firstly, he opposed the atheistic philosophy of communism but recognised its appeal to workers. Communism offered workers a socio-economic and political alternative to the self-interested alliance between aristocratic privilege and capital-industrial interests. In short, it was an influential part of a growing movement for political and economic equality. This was a movement the Church could not ignore.

Secondly, he took issue with what he saw as the excesses of liberal-capitalist development in Europe. Central to these excesses was the exploitation and dire poverty of workers and the concomitant concentration of privilege and wealth in the hands of a few"?1891/2013?"

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