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Over 1,000 Irish Americans sign up for Joe Biden virtual Irish rally

Over 1,000 Irish American supporters of Joe Biden have signed up so far for the virtual Irish rally to be held at 7 pm EST time on Thursday, August 6th.

Other Writers

The brilliance of Ireland's peacemaker John Hume

When the history of this era is written in Ireland, John Hume will have a towering presence.

Politics

Joe Biden, US politicians pay tribute to the late John Hume

Joe Biden was among a number of US politicians who paid tribute to John Hume after his passing on August 3.

Irish Voice

Is New York’s Cardinal Dolan out of order over Trump flattery?

Cardinal Timothy Dolan recently offered an invocation at a speech given by Trump administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Politics

Mark Hamill to headline Irish Americans for Biden Virtual Rally

Mark Hamill will headline the Irish Americans for Joe Biden virtual rally on August 6.

History

John Hume, hero in the Irish peace process, has died

John Hume, a hero of the peace process in Northern Ireland, passed away in Derry on August 3, 2020.

News

UK fears Biden would choose Irish interest over British, says New York Times

If Biden beats Trump in November, he will likely side with Irish interests amid Brexit, writes Mark Landler for the New York Times.

News

The United States COVID crisis by numbers, higher death rate the US Civil War

The official US death toll surpassed 150,000 on Wednesday evening.

Other Writers

Dark clouds on Ireland’s horizon as COVID bills add up and Brexit looms

Business activity is low, hundreds of thousands of people are unemployed, city centers are like ghost towns, Ireland needs to get moving again.

Politics

Dems slam Trump's suggestion of delaying presidential election

In a tweet, Trump suggested delaying the general election in November, expressing fears over voter fraud and inaccuracy.

Politics

Sixty Irish American leaders call for end to racism in honor of John Lewis

“This is no time for Irish America to be sitting on the sidelines when it comes to racial justice.”

Politics

Notre Dame nixes Trump / Biden debate over COVID fears

The University of Notre Dame pulls out of hosting the first 2020 presidential debate due to the coronavirus pandemic.

News

Unemployed Irish will have assistance stopped if they travel abroad

People made redundant by the COVID-19 pandemic receive €350 a week as part of the Pandemic Unemployment Payment.

Politics

Rep. Brendan Boyle honored with AOH Kennedy Award

The medal is awarded to a Catholic of Irish birth or descent who is outstanding in their field.

News

John F Kennedy and Robert would roll in their graves at US politics today

Robert and John F. Kennedy would be "very disturbed" by US politics today, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed.

Cahir O'Doherty

Trump's lack of leadership on the coronavirus is extraordinary

The coronavirus pandemic is the top story in the world and the Trump administration's complete surrender to its ravages is the top story nationally.

Other Writers

Why Joe Biden is winning the 2020 presidential race

It is looking ever more likely that Joe Biden will become the second Irish Catholic to be elected president of the United States.

Politics

Sinn Féin politician says voters were "sold a pup" with Good Friday Agreement

Mid Ulster MP Francie Molloy said his comments were made in criticism of Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s statement that he would not push for a border poll.

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