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Welcome to the Social Democrats - a new force for change in Irish Society. Our Values: Equality. Democracy. Sustainability. Progress #SocDems
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Ten years on from the Gender Recognition Act, a landmark moment for the trans community. Over 1,500 people have availed of its provisions, but gaps remain. Non-binary people are still excluded. Progress must continue so every trans person is seen, supported and protected.
Social Democrats241,745 次观看 • 9 个月前

“Tonight is the night of the Leaders’ Debate on RTE and I’ve made the difficult decision not to do it. I’m gutted as I was absolutely gunning for it, but as I’m due to give birth any day now, driving 5 hours to Dublin doesn’t feel like the right thing to do.” - Holly Cairns TD
Social Democrats267,287 次观看 • 1 年前

Last night’s rioting was orchestrated by far-right actors online They peddle racist myths that international protection applications are more prone to crimes against women and children They openly incite and celebrate violence. There is an onus on everyone to call this out
Social Democrats124,055 次观看 • 8 个月前

In her first Leaders' Questions as Leader of the Social Democrats, Holly Cairns TD asks, "How much longer must we wait for your Government's plan to work?" Fine Gael first declared they would address the housing crisis in 2014. 9 years later it's an unprecedented housing disaster.
Social Democrats310,206 次观看 • 3 年前

Catherine Connolly's campaign for President has lit a spark and created a movement People young and old, all across the country have been raising their voices in support of her They see in her someone who will speak out on their behalf as a president with courage and integrity
Social Democrats50,727 次观看 • 8 个月前

This govt is playing with fire. At a time of rising hate, it is framing migration in an overwhelmingly negative light. Migrant workers are telling us they feel a shift and racism is on the rise Many are reconsidering staying in Ireland. This is the real migration crisis.
Social Democrats43,210 次观看 • 7 个月前

It costs €90,000 a year to keep a prisoner in jail. Yet, seven out of ten prisoners will reoffend once they get out. We need a prison system that focuses on rehabilitation, drug treatment and education – so that prisoners are not part of a permanent revolving door.
Social Democrats55,173 次观看 • 10 个月前

Tomorrow, the Social Democrats are bringing forward legislation to lower the voting age to 16. 16 and 17 year olds can work full time and pay income tax – so why shouldn't they decide how their tax is spent? Contact your local TD to ask them to support this motion tomorrow.
Social Democrats40,825 次观看 • 8 个月前

The polls are clear — young people overwhelmingly want Catherine Connolly to be their next President But the only way to make sure this happens is to use your vote The other side is counting on you to not turn up. So show up and show them. Vote Catherine Connolly this Friday
Social Democrats40,049 次观看 • 8 个月前







