Former president Dr Mary McAleese has said Irish people have no right to behave in a racist fashion having been the victims of racism like ‘no Irish need apply’ in some countries to which they emigrated. Former president Dr Mary McAleese has said Irish people have no right to behave in a racist fashion having been the victims of racism like ‘no Irish need apply’ in some countries to which they emigrated. Professor McAleese, who is the new chancellor of Trinity College Dublin, also expressed concern over the growth of anti-immigrant and racist movements across Europe. Speaking to the Irish Independent, the Minister said politicians elected to the Dáil were there to represent everybody in this country. That is what I want to see – respect for all colours, all creeds right across the board and respect diversity in all its forms.”Online Editors

Source: Irish Independent November 24, 2019 14:15 UTC