Author Archives: fitzjameshorse

Blogging? Why Do I Do It?

Posted on June 29, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

I daresay David McCann, Deputy Editor at Slugger O’Toole wont mind if I shamelessly rip off the title of his latest blog. First of all, shamelessly ripping off ideas is what Bloggers do. Secondly, I think he asks a very … Continue reading →

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SDLP Selection Convention South Belfast

Posted on June 25, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

I am typing this at noon on 25th June. I will not publish this post until after the result of the Selection Convention in South Belfast is known. As far as I know there are only two candidates for two … Continue reading →

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Being A Member of SDLP Is Like Being Married

Posted on June 13, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

I will be thirty-three years married this year. The surprising thing is maybe that the greatest sense of “being married” is not necessarily the happiest times. Yes, being present at the birth of your two children or times like being … Continue reading →

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SDLP: The Next Step

Posted on June 11, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

First …a simple fact. SDLP held its three seats in the Westminster Election. The Alliance Party lost its only seat despite the best efforts of the Media and Slugger O’Toole. A lesser man than me would gloat at the grief … Continue reading →

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Equal Marriage Referendum

Posted on May 22, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

I was in Dublin today. I wanted to be there. Hard to explain. At Connolly Station, one young woman with a “Tá” sticker. It gave me the impression that a lot of people would be wearing stickers. In fact, very … Continue reading →

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Ballymurphy 1971…No Words Are Necessary

Posted on May 21, 2015 by fitzjameshorse
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“Anti-Royal Visit” Protest in Belfasto

Posted on May 20, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

I am on my way home from a Éirigí organised protest at the visit of Charles Windsor to Ireland. Of course Éirigí and I are hardly soul mates but I think it was important for a republican-nationalist socialist like myself … Continue reading →

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Charlie Meets Gerry

Posted on May 19, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

If “Prince Charles” was at my front door, I would not go out and meet him. I dont think I can be more clear that I am not a big fan of the English “Royal Family” or Monarchy in general. … Continue reading →

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“Je Suis Jenny Palmer”

Posted on May 19, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

Councillor Jenny Palmer and her husband, John have left the DUP. Councillor Palmer was a member of the Board of the Norn Iron Housing Executive. Two years ago she alleged that Stephen Brimstone, highly paid Special Advisor to Minister Nelson … Continue reading →

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Would The Real Editor of Slugger O’Toole, Please Stand Up

Posted on May 17, 2015 by fitzjameshorse

I am a bit worried about Mick Fealty. He no longer appears to know what is going on at Slugger O’Toole and yet he is the Editor. Still grieving the loss of Naomi Long and comforting themselves with predictions about … Continue reading →

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