McDonald Slams Martin’s ‘Delusional’ Take on Northern Ireland

Fianna Fáil Leader’s Remarks on the Troubles Draw Sharp Criticism

Deputy First Minister Mary Lou McDonald has launched a scathing attack on Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin, labeling his recent comments on the Troubles “delusional and disrespectful” to northern nationalists.

The pointed critique inevitably raises questions about the possibility of a coalition government between Sinn Féin and Fianna Fáil after the upcoming election.

McDonald’s

critique stems from Martin’s pronouncements on the legacy of the Troubles. When asked

about

it beautifully illustrated these marginalized voices,” she said.

“I thought his commentary was absolutely astonishing from the leader of the party that, in fairness to Bertie Ahern and Albert Reynolds and others, was very constructive in terms of the North of Ireland and always recognizing and acknowledging the experience of northern nationalists trapped in a sectarian State after partition. Micheál Martin, it seems doesn’t believe that happened; absolutely remarkable and it’s commentary that I’m sure will upset and anger many people – especially northern nationalists.”

The Sinn Féin leader didn’t shy away from stating her views on the

possibility of a coalition. ”

I think it might be a bit of a stretch to call Fian

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