I’ve made it clear to all and sundry not only here on the blog, but in person that I am no fan of the DUP. I can think of far more suited names for their acronym.
Peter Robinson, the First Minister of Northern Ireland has made the mother of all faux pas’ this week in relation to Cardinal Daly’s death. There is nothing honourable about that Rt Hon Peter Robinson, I thought you wouldn’t need me to tell you that. Cardinal Daly, a man outspoken against IRA violence (the same IRA violence the DUP stand opposed to) was a key figure in the Northern Ireland peace process. Surely he deserves more respect from the leaders of the country that he served and bettered. Cardinal Daly is a man who has done more for this country, the peace of this country, the people of this country, and the future of this country than most of the sitting representatives at Stormont can wag their fingers at.
Many, including national media, have made mention of this horrible neglect on the DUP’s part. One of Northern Ireland’s most prominent political commentators Slugger O’Toole asks does it show a lack of leadership on the DUP’s part? I would suggest that it certainly does…lack of leadership and outright disrespect.
A distinguished scholar in Philosophy, Daly actively avoided political involvement, and critique. Surely he must be respected, fondly remembered and heartily thanked for his life, a life given in service to the country and people he loved, a life that longed for cohesion and betterment.
Thank you Cardinal Cahal Daly. Thank you for what you have done for this country. Thank you for what you have done for the cause of Christ. Thank you for your work of reconciliation. And thank you for what you have done for me.
I pray you will be remembered fondly in the hearts of the people of this land as an usher of peace and a testament, and shining light to the transformative power of Christ.
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