Mary Lou McDonald
@MaryLouMcDonald • 203,810 subscribers
Uachtarán Shinn Féin. Leader of the Opposition. Leader of Sinn Féin. TD for Dublin Central.
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At just 15 years of age, Cara Darmody finishes her third 50-hour protest outside Leinster House. Cara is standing up for the more than 21,000 children waiting beyond the legal deadline for an Assessment of Need, calling for the recruitment of the psychologists and therapists needed to end these unacceptable delays. It's time to deliver timely Assessments of Need and give every child the fair start they deserve.
Mary Lou McDonald35,652 Aufrufe • vor 4 Tagen
I want people to know that there is hope, that change is possible & that Ireland’s best days lie ahead. We can tackle the housing crisis, ease the pressure on families, strengthen our public services and build a brighter future for everyone. We can build an Ireland that works for everyone.
Mary Lou McDonald22,450 Aufrufe • vor 7 Tagen
The future of Ireland belongs to the people of Ireland. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reunite our country and build a new Ireland that works for everyone. On July 7th, the Dáil can take the first step by backing Sinn Féin’s Irish Unity Bill. Together, we can turn the page and shape our future, together.
Mary Lou McDonald27,614 Aufrufe • vor 16 Tagen
The government may have voted down our Irish Unity Bill tonight, but they cannot vote down the future. This conversation isn’t going away. We’ll be back in the Autumn with further legislation because the people of Ireland deserve to be prepared for constitutional change and the opportunity to shape our own future. The momentum for Irish unity is growing. We will keep building it.
Mary Lou McDonald19,518 Aufrufe • vor 12 Tagen
The vicious knife attack in north Belfast was depraved. I commend those who acted with courage and selflessness to save the victim’s life. The perpetrator must face the full weight of the law. The racist violence of masked Loyalists who burned families out of their homes echoes the pogroms against nationalist families in 1969. These are the same people who will burn tricolours on bonfires in July. I stand in solidarity with Belfast Mayor Róis-Máire Donnelly. Those responsible for these threats and attacks will not succeed. Watch my full speech below 👇
Mary Lou McDonald52,353 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat
🇮🇪 Speaking on Sky News tonight about a United Ireland. No matter who is No.10 Downing Street they cannot deny Irish Unity referendums or block the right of the people of Ireland to decide our own future. We will work enthusiastically with Plaid Cymru and the SNP to build a future beyond the Union - national independence, self- determination and progress.
Mary Lou McDonald70,961 Aufrufe • vor 2 Monaten
The future belongs to those with big ideas. The big idea of our generation is Irish Unity. Tomorrow, the Irish Unity Bill comes before the Dáil. It's an opportunity to start planning for our shared future. Because Irish Unity isn't just about ending partition. It's about building a better Ireland for workers, families and communities. What's your big idea for a united Ireland?
Mary Lou McDonald16,770 Aufrufe • vor 14 Tagen
Decisions on migration should be taken in Ireland. Fianna Fáil-Fine Gael opting Ireland into the EU Migration Pact is wrong. It undermines Irish sovereignty, hands power on migration over to Brussels and won’t fix the serious problems that this government has created.
Mary Lou McDonald42,412 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat
Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are making a complete shambles of things. The decision to exclude people from talks yesterday was disrespectful and arrogant. They need to pick up the phone, engage with protesters and focus on resolving the crisis by bringing fuel prices down quickly. No half measures.
Mary Lou McDonald93,555 Aufrufe • vor 3 Monaten
🇵🇸 All eyes on the flotilla! I just spoke to Senator Chris Andrews. The flotilla is now 45 nautical miles from Gaza and is faced by 12-14 Israeli warships. Some boats have already been intercepted. This is a moment of huge danger. The Irish government must speak out. Irish citizens and all the activists on board must be given safe passage.
Mary Lou McDonald237,566 Aufrufe • vor 9 Monaten
🇮🇪 The time to prepare for Irish Unity is now. Today I’m introducing a Bill in the Dáil that would begin structured and responsible planning for Irish Unity and constitutional change. A Citizens’ Assembly would ensure everyone has the opportunity to formally enter this important conversation and help shape our shared future. The future of Ireland should be shaped democratically by you, the people who live here. 💚
Mary Lou McDonald34,492 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat
Loved meeting the proud people of Dublin Pride. To our LGBTQIA+ community: Tá sé de cheart agaibh a bheith díreach mar atá sibh. I stand with you. The promise of Irish republicanism is equality. Pride reminds us that promise must extend to every person, in every community, without exception. I want to build an Ireland where no one is denied equality, dignity or safety because of who they are or who they love. “Love loves to love love.” — James Joyce Bród sona daoibh go léir.
Mary Lou McDonald23,048 Aufrufe • vor 22 Tagen
Young people don’t need more talk about hope. They need the chance to build a future here at home. That means affordable homes, fair rents and a government that puts workers, families and communities first. It’s time to put workers, families and communities first and build an Ireland that works for everyone.
Mary Lou McDonald10,858 Aufrufe • vor 11 Tagen
Today marks another important step towards planning for Irish unity. The question is not whether there will be referendums, but whether we will be ready. Now is the time for honest debate, respectful conversation and careful preparation, so that every person across Ireland can help shape our shared future. This is an opportunity to build a new Ireland, one that offers hope, opportunity and a better future for generations to come.
Mary Lou McDonald11,340 Aufrufe • vor 12 Tagen