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#709 Has the Irish Flag Been Hijacked By Far Right?
On today’s episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by councillor Gavin Pepper to discuss a symbol that should unite the country… but is now at the centre of a growing and deeply divisive debate.
The Irish tricolour has been making headlines in recent years, with some politicians and commentators claiming its meaning is being distorted by far-right groups and used in ways that make others feel uncomfortable or even intimidated.
Senator Eileen Flynn caused particular controversy when she said she felt “afraid” seeing large numbers of people at protests carrying Irish flags, arguing…
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