"For those in a position of advantage, who have the most to lose once people start picking at politics, prolonging the war can feel safer than negotiating a peace." Excellent piece by @megankstack.bsky.social in today's NYT. Well worth a read and reflection. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/o...

"This is a historic moment & the path to a new & united Ireland has never been clearer. "For supporters of Irish Unity in North America, there have never been more ways to get involved" Friends of Sinn Féin Director @oloughness.bsky.social's letter from America friendsofsinnfein.com/a-vital-piec...

Read all about the Irish Unity People's Assemblies in Nashville, Cincinnati, and Chicago with Pat Cullen MP in the latest issue of Éire Nua - download your free copy right here: sinnfein.ie/eire-nua/

Have you watched our latest Video Update? Sinn Féin's Rep to North America @c1aranquinn.bsky.social and Friends of Sinn Féin Director @oloughness.bsky.social review the latest political developments, review recent events, and more! Watch and share it here: youtu.be/ObGDQC7-fag

Seeing how @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social's victory is possible when Democrats hold true, open, fair primaries helps me understand why they haven't held one on a national level since 2008. The GOP isn't America's only threat to democracy.

Grateful to @emilyfor7.bsky.social for the warm welcome at Nashville Council & to Councilmembers Zulfat Suara and Jordan Huffman for taking the time to connect while we were in town with Pat Cullen MP. So many connections to be proud of & a great way for leaders to share & provide insight & updates.

Friends of Sinn Féin Director Greg O'Loughlin joins Professor Ben Sawyer & @markdoyle.bsky.social on The Road To Now Podcast to discuss the Good Friday Agreements, Irish unification & how peace is possible even in the hardest times. Listen Here: iTunes: rtnpod.me/335a Spotify rtnpod.me/335s

We're back! Sinn Féin Rep to North America Ciarán Quinn & Friends of Sinn Féin Director Greg O'Loughlin discuss Government formation shenanigans, Easter events, Irish Unity People's Assemblies, updates in the Sean Brown legacy case, & more in the latest Video Update. youtu.be/i9nV6bfIboo

Nashville, TN - Wednesday, May 28th - 6:00pm - 8:30pm - Scarritt Bennett Center - free and open to all! We will be joined by Pat Cullen MP. Registration is limited and required. Get your tickets and more information right here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1315897497...

"Our past explains the widespread horror in Ireland at the proposal to clear Gaza of its people. It spoke to our history. The British starved a generation & dispersed people across the globe. The memory of that horror was never lost" Ciarán Quinn's latest. friendsofsinnfein.com/clearing-the...

If you're in #Nashville, come join me and @theresakereakes.bsky.social as we talk all things Cale and Paris 1919 next Wednesday, Feb 19, at 4pm at Grimey's. www.grimeys.com/preorders/ma...

“There's an old saying in Tennessee — I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee — that says fool me once shame on — shame on you. Fool me — you can't get fooled again.” Dubya @rokhanna.bsky.social you want us to believe this AGAIN!? How stupid do you think we are? x.com/RoKhanna/sta...

“For decades many people, including Nelson Mandela & President Mary Robinson, have lobbied for Leonard to be pardoned. He is now 80 years old and suffers from several severe health issues. The decision to commute his sentence is welcome.” Gerry Adams friendsofsinnfein.com/gerry-adams-...

Watch our Year-In-Review and get a preview of what's in store for 2025 in the latest Video Update with Sinn Féin Representative to North America Ciarán Quinn and Friends of Sinn Féin Director Greg O'Loughlin @oloughness.bsky.social. youtu.be/IaQu8j4wQNQ

In our latest video update, Sinn Féin Representative to North America Ciarán Quinn & Friends of Sinn Féin Director Greg O'Loughlin review the General Election, look back at a busy 2024, & preview some exciting developments for 2025. Watch & share! youtu.be/IaQu8j4wQNQ @oloughness.bsky.social

After a week in Washington and New York, it's clear that support for the Good Friday Agreement is strong and bipartisan.

"Both Democrats and Republican administrations and Congresses have acted to secure, protect, and promote the Good Friday Agreement. It was and remains an American foreign policy success story, a story co-authored by both parties." Ciarán Quinn's latest. friendsofsinnfein.com/bipartisan-s...

"Supporters of Irish Unity can & must hold the incoming gov to account. Your voice can be heard to make sure any agreed programme for government must include concrete steps to promote and prepare for Irish unity." Ciarán Quinn's latest Letter from Ireland friendsofsinnfein.com/plenty-of-wo...

“We are standing here with the largest team of Sinn Féin TDs in over 100 years; a team of 39 TDs with the energy, determination, & commitment to deliver for working people. “This is your team. We have your back, and we are not giving up." Mary Lou McDonald friendsofsinnfein.com/the-work-of-...

The Irish diaspora can play our part in shaping Ireland’s future. Reach out to family and friends back home and encourage them to vote Sinn Féin to change the government. We can ensure that our young people can build their lives and their futures here at home.

Happy Holidays! ALL Haymarket Books are 40% off through January 3rd!

New York Area: Tickets are moving quickly for the Irish Unity People's Assembly: Diaspora with special guest John Finucane MP, Thursday, January 30th at Rockland GAA. It's a free event, but registration is required. Get your tickets & learn more here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1049697622...

Washington DC Area: Tickets are moving quickly for the Irish Unity People's Assembly: Diaspora with special guest John FinucaneMP, Monday, January 27th, 2025 at LIUNA. It's a free event, but registration is required. Get your tickets & learn more here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1049678987...

For the next two weeks, we’re offering ten free ebooks for getting free Another world is possible if we fight for it www.haymarketbooks.org/blogs/517-te...

Sign up for a call with Sinn Féin's Rose Conway Walsh TD or Mairead Farrell TD. They will provide an update on the elections and host a discussion about the role of the Irish living abroad, our wider diaspora, & supporters. Registration & more info here: outreach.sinnfein.ie/hometoireland/

Sinn Féin's election manifesto sets out what change with a Sinn Féin led government will look like. It details our plans to deliver for you, for your family and for your community. Download a copy right here: vote.sinnfein.ie/wp-content/u...

It’s time for a change of government - Sinn Féin is seeking the opportunity to deliver real change in people’s lives. As Party President Mary Lou McDonald recently said, “we have the plans, we have the people, we just need the opportunity.” friendsofsinnfein.com/its-time-for...

"As an Irish Citizen living abroad, you should have the opportunity to return and live, raise a family, and prosper in Ireland. A Sinn Féin led government is your route home." Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald friendsofsinnfein.com/a-letter-fro...

A Letter from Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald a Chara, As an Irish Citizen living abroad, you should have the opportunity to return and live, raise a family, and prosper in Ireland. A Sinn Féin led government is your route home. Read more: friendsofsinnfein.com/a-letter-fro...

I wrote about the need to rethink our approach to direct action in changing times.