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by Niall O'Dowd
Niall, IrishCentral's founder and publisher, is a believer and expert in all things Irish and Irish-American.

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 11:46 PM

Why Rick Santorum lost Catholic vote in both Michigan and Arizona to Romney

What to make of the fact that Rick Santorum lost the Catholic vote in both Michigan and Arizona to Romney?

Quite a lot really. Two immediate things, Catholics are clearly more moderate than Rick and secondly, many were scared off by the militant rhetoric Santorum let loose with during the past week.



Friday, February 24, 2012 at 03:12 PM

Contraception controversy overshadows amazing work of Catholic hospitals --- Vital part of US healthcare in every state

The Catholic Church is going through very tough times with issues such as lack of vocations and abusive priests.

Catholic hospitals have been dragged into the discussion over contraception in recent weeks, making them also a target for criticism

But it is time Catholic healthcare systems and the incredible work that Catholic hospitals do for the ill and needy in this country is recognized.



Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 08:29 AM

Margaret Thatcher movie 'The Iron Lady' for Best Movie pick at the Oscars - VIDEO

It is Academy Award weekend coming up, time to sit back and enjoy the best that Hollywood had to offer last year.

The Irish as always will be well represented with Glenn Close nominated for the film Albert Nobbs, set in Dublin.



Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 12:24 AM

Graeme McDowell an inspirational figure and not just for his golf game


Graeme McDowell is the kind of sports hero that Tiger Woods would like to be.

Affable, approachable, a dedicated worker for charities, US Open winner McDowell made it look easy at the Dublin Children's Hospital fundraiser in New York on Wednesday night.

McDowell's charity the GMAC foundation is a major underwriter of the hospital, which desperately needs funds at a time of harsh economic pressures in Ireland.



Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 06:48 AM

John F. Kennedy the lecherous lover at odds with Camelot image -- New book destroys the Camelot fantasy for me

The latest memoir by a former lover makes me think twice about John F.Kennedy.



Friday, February 10, 2012 at 07:50 AM

The Celtic Comeback begins as President Clinton leads an Irish charge --Powerful Fortune 500 leaders show way forward for Irish economy

Mark February 9th as the day the Celtic Comeback began.

That was the day in New York that former President Bill Clinton gathered the rich and powerful in American business and delivered them on a silver platter for the Irish government leaders including Prime Minister Enda Kenny and Foreign Minster Eamon Gilmore as well as Jobs Minister Richard Bruton.



Saturday, February 04, 2012 at 07:20 AM

British take over Obama White House on St.Patrick's week -- Irish celebration pushed back to after St.Patrick's Day

Begorrah, the Brits are stealing St.Patrick’s week 2012 at the White House from under us.

President Obama just announced an official visit and a state dinner for British Prime Minister David Cameron and wife Samantha on March 13th and 14th on St.Patrick’s week this year.





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