Grouchy Marx (aka Rupert)
@grouchymarx.bsky.social
Leftie 69
#LeftAlliance
Aiming for a fairer world
Hate injustice & corruption
Free Palestine
Aussie retired to Ireland 2018
Irish Citizen 2025 🇮🇪
My life inside a children's home:
https://insideblog.nma.gov.au/2011/11/16/my-life-inside-a-childrens-home
#LeftAlliance
Aiming for a fairer world
Hate injustice & corruption
Free Palestine
Aussie retired to Ireland 2018
Irish Citizen 2025 🇮🇪
My life inside a children's home:
https://insideblog.nma.gov.au/2011/11/16/my-life-inside-a-childrens-home
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@emmadragon.bsky.social
The essence of democracy is inclusion:
'Government of the people by the people for the people.' (Lincoln)
Democracy works best when all those impacted by decisions are included in the decision making process. There are better decisions and better outcomes.
Therefore...
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The essence of democracy is inclusion:
'Government of the people by the people for the people.' (Lincoln)
Democracy works best when all those impacted by decisions are included in the decision making process. There are better decisions and better outcomes.
Therefore...
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But an FF Government renaming Dublin Airport after an FF Taoiseach, for no reason at all is OK.
If it's fine to leave it as it is, then leave it as it is - both Park AND Airport.
#irishpol
If it's fine to leave it as it is, then leave it as it is - both Park AND Airport.
#irishpol
November 30, 2025 at 4:41 PM
But an FF Government renaming Dublin Airport after an FF Taoiseach, for no reason at all is OK.
If it's fine to leave it as it is, then leave it as it is - both Park AND Airport.
#irishpol
If it's fine to leave it as it is, then leave it as it is - both Park AND Airport.
#irishpol
Roman Catholic Mother and Baby Home deaths in Ireland between 1922 and 1998 approximated 9,000 infants.
Religion used to justify violence.
Religion used to justify violence.
Pope Leo XIV condemned the use of religion for justifying "war," "violence" or "fanaticism" – instead urging Catholics to mobilize their faith and unify others "regardless of ethnicity, nationality, religion or personal perspectives."
https://cnn.it/4oGo7Cp
https://cnn.it/4oGo7Cp
November 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Roman Catholic Mother and Baby Home deaths in Ireland between 1922 and 1998 approximated 9,000 infants.
Religion used to justify violence.
Religion used to justify violence.
Thatcher said that her 'greatest achievement' was 'New Labour'.
November 28, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Thatcher said that her 'greatest achievement' was 'New Labour'.
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Remember - if you're financially in a position to do so, skip the #BlackFriday deals online from big companies and shop instead from small and local businesses.
The big guns don't need your money, but for small traders it can be what keeps them going into 2026, so support your community instead.
The big guns don't need your money, but for small traders it can be what keeps them going into 2026, so support your community instead.
November 28, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Remember - if you're financially in a position to do so, skip the #BlackFriday deals online from big companies and shop instead from small and local businesses.
The big guns don't need your money, but for small traders it can be what keeps them going into 2026, so support your community instead.
The big guns don't need your money, but for small traders it can be what keeps them going into 2026, so support your community instead.
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Your universe is a photocopy of a photocopy of a…
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November 27, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Your universe is a photocopy of a photocopy of a…
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Black Friday Housing Sale Leaves Tens of Thousands Dead In Dublin Stampede
https://waterfordwhispersnews.com/2025/11/28/black-friday-housing-sale-leaves-tens-of-thousands-dead-in-dublin-stampede/
https://waterfordwhispersnews.com/2025/11/28/black-friday-housing-sale-leaves-tens-of-thousands-dead-in-dublin-stampede/
Black Friday Housing Sale Leaves Tens of Thousands Dead In Dublin Stampede
THE Irish nation is in mourning today in what is now being coined Black Black Friday after thousands of desperate people scrambled into a tiny housing development this morning in a bid to buy cheaper …
waterfordwhispersnews.com
November 28, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Black Friday Housing Sale Leaves Tens of Thousands Dead In Dublin Stampede
https://waterfordwhispersnews.com/2025/11/28/black-friday-housing-sale-leaves-tens-of-thousands-dead-in-dublin-stampede/
https://waterfordwhispersnews.com/2025/11/28/black-friday-housing-sale-leaves-tens-of-thousands-dead-in-dublin-stampede/
Many TDs & Senators learn & practice political ploys to retain power & serve vested interests.
They forget that the job is good governance to serve the people & the national interest.
Say daily:
"I promise to serve the people & the national interest with honesty, integrity & accountability."
They forget that the job is good governance to serve the people & the national interest.
Say daily:
"I promise to serve the people & the national interest with honesty, integrity & accountability."
Honestly not a bad thing. Not in reference to the individuals featured here but in general. A career primarily in politics isn't great for most people, with few exceptions. That includes time spent as advisors, assistants, whatever. They get trapped in a bubble and distanced from the real world.
Fine Gael’s ‘new generation’ who quit: ‘Many TDs don’t see it as a career any more’
November 28, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Many TDs & Senators learn & practice political ploys to retain power & serve vested interests.
They forget that the job is good governance to serve the people & the national interest.
Say daily:
"I promise to serve the people & the national interest with honesty, integrity & accountability."
They forget that the job is good governance to serve the people & the national interest.
Say daily:
"I promise to serve the people & the national interest with honesty, integrity & accountability."
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“It's worth noting that before 2014, no one in Moscow was talking about using military force against Ukraine. There was no territorial claims against Ukraine. This started in February 2014 when NATO toppled the government in Ukraine to pull it into the NATO orbit"
via Mike Hall
via Mike Hall
November 28, 2025 at 9:51 AM
“It's worth noting that before 2014, no one in Moscow was talking about using military force against Ukraine. There was no territorial claims against Ukraine. This started in February 2014 when NATO toppled the government in Ukraine to pull it into the NATO orbit"
via Mike Hall
via Mike Hall
Looks like Irish taxpayers are directly funding the Russian war in Ukraine & the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
If Micheál Martin won't take action to stop either of these atrocities could he at least take action to stop us directly supporting them.
Which bit of 'Ireland is neutral' doesn't he get?
If Micheál Martin won't take action to stop either of these atrocities could he at least take action to stop us directly supporting them.
Which bit of 'Ireland is neutral' doesn't he get?
Analog Devices International is sending parts from its Limerick factory to the Israel Defense Forces' largest weapons supplier
The IDA gave it €85 million last year
Its microchips were recently found in Russian weapons used to attack Ukraine
www.ontheditch.com/state-backed...
The IDA gave it €85 million last year
Its microchips were recently found in Russian weapons used to attack Ukraine
www.ontheditch.com/state-backed...
November 26, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Looks like Irish taxpayers are directly funding the Russian war in Ukraine & the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
If Micheál Martin won't take action to stop either of these atrocities could he at least take action to stop us directly supporting them.
Which bit of 'Ireland is neutral' doesn't he get?
If Micheál Martin won't take action to stop either of these atrocities could he at least take action to stop us directly supporting them.
Which bit of 'Ireland is neutral' doesn't he get?
Helen McEntee has marked the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women by saying she will continue to push for accountability and prevention at every level.
The anti violence Defence Minister.
'Hey guys, if anyone attacks Ireland, whatever you do, don't shoot!'
#irishpol
The anti violence Defence Minister.
'Hey guys, if anyone attacks Ireland, whatever you do, don't shoot!'
#irishpol
November 25, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Helen McEntee has marked the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women by saying she will continue to push for accountability and prevention at every level.
The anti violence Defence Minister.
'Hey guys, if anyone attacks Ireland, whatever you do, don't shoot!'
#irishpol
The anti violence Defence Minister.
'Hey guys, if anyone attacks Ireland, whatever you do, don't shoot!'
#irishpol
FF GOVERNMENT TO RENAME AIRPORT AFTER FF TAOISEACH
Nepotism and distraction.🙄
More poor judgments by Micheál Martin.
Where's Jim when we need him?
#irishpol
Nepotism and distraction.🙄
More poor judgments by Micheál Martin.
Where's Jim when we need him?
#irishpol
A bill to officially rename Dublin Airport after former taoiseach Seán Lemass has been moved to a second stage.
TD introduces bill to rename Dublin Airport after Lemass
A bill to officially rename Dublin Airport after former taoiseach Seán Lemass has been moved to a second stage.
www.rte.ie
November 25, 2025 at 8:14 PM
FF GOVERNMENT TO RENAME AIRPORT AFTER FF TAOISEACH
Nepotism and distraction.🙄
More poor judgments by Micheál Martin.
Where's Jim when we need him?
#irishpol
Nepotism and distraction.🙄
More poor judgments by Micheál Martin.
Where's Jim when we need him?
#irishpol
The government lost thousands of public responses to their railway consultation. No wonder their Railways Bill will maintain the private rolling stock ripoff. Add your name to demand that parliament hold them accountable. weownit.org.uk/act-now/rail...
The government lost YOUR rail consultation responses - take action
It is crucial for passengers that our voices are heard and that the bill delivers on the hopes and expectations of passengers. But this has not happened.
weownit.org.uk
November 25, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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Dear #FineGael #fiannafailparty #sinnfeinireland
Ban the hunt!!!!
Please support Ruth Coppinger's bill in the dail.
Thank you!!!
Stop the barbaric #foxhunting in Ireland once and for all.
If you live in Ireland please urge your local TD to #stopthehunt.
Ban the hunt!!!!
Please support Ruth Coppinger's bill in the dail.
Thank you!!!
Stop the barbaric #foxhunting in Ireland once and for all.
If you live in Ireland please urge your local TD to #stopthehunt.
November 25, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Dear #FineGael #fiannafailparty #sinnfeinireland
Ban the hunt!!!!
Please support Ruth Coppinger's bill in the dail.
Thank you!!!
Stop the barbaric #foxhunting in Ireland once and for all.
If you live in Ireland please urge your local TD to #stopthehunt.
Ban the hunt!!!!
Please support Ruth Coppinger's bill in the dail.
Thank you!!!
Stop the barbaric #foxhunting in Ireland once and for all.
If you live in Ireland please urge your local TD to #stopthehunt.
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A country with a housing shortage needs homes, not landlords.
Landlords of parasitical, draining wealth from renters and the state.
Landlords of parasitical, draining wealth from renters and the state.
November 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
A country with a housing shortage needs homes, not landlords.
Landlords of parasitical, draining wealth from renters and the state.
Landlords of parasitical, draining wealth from renters and the state.
Delusional
November 24, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Delusional
Excellent article from GR. Well worth reading.
TIME Magazine (!!!) asked me to explain what the wider world should know about Catherine Connolly:
time.com/7333194/irel...
time.com/7333194/irel...
The Meaning of Ireland's New Anti-Establishment President
Catherine Connolly has a change mandate that may put her at odds with Ireland's own government—and its allies in Europe and America.
time.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Excellent article from GR. Well worth reading.
When the music stops...
No relevant education or background.
No real governing, just incompetents playing politics.
Always financial mismanagement for vested interests.
Never economic development for the national interest.
But Irish taxpayers continue to suffer, and foot the bill.
#Irishpol
No relevant education or background.
No real governing, just incompetents playing politics.
Always financial mismanagement for vested interests.
Never economic development for the national interest.
But Irish taxpayers continue to suffer, and foot the bill.
#Irishpol
Hildegarde Naughton will be new Education Minister. Simon Harris will take finance, Helen McEntee foreign affairs and defence. Emer Higgins will be the new FG super junior at Dept of Children. Frank Feighan will be a junior minister for public procurement. @virginmedianews.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 12:54 PM
When the music stops...
No relevant education or background.
No real governing, just incompetents playing politics.
Always financial mismanagement for vested interests.
Never economic development for the national interest.
But Irish taxpayers continue to suffer, and foot the bill.
#Irishpol
No relevant education or background.
No real governing, just incompetents playing politics.
Always financial mismanagement for vested interests.
Never economic development for the national interest.
But Irish taxpayers continue to suffer, and foot the bill.
#Irishpol
Now McEntee is Foreign and Defence Minister will she stop the USA arming the Israeli genocide by banning over flying Irish airspace & stopping at Irish airports?
Appeal to maternal common sense or just do what CS officials tell her to do?
Morality & critical reasoning or accept & obey?
#Irishpol
Appeal to maternal common sense or just do what CS officials tell her to do?
Morality & critical reasoning or accept & obey?
#Irishpol
November 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Now McEntee is Foreign and Defence Minister will she stop the USA arming the Israeli genocide by banning over flying Irish airspace & stopping at Irish airports?
Appeal to maternal common sense or just do what CS officials tell her to do?
Morality & critical reasoning or accept & obey?
#Irishpol
Appeal to maternal common sense or just do what CS officials tell her to do?
Morality & critical reasoning or accept & obey?
#Irishpol
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A train in Belgium was spotted with graffiti reading “Israel terrorist state” painted along the side of it.
November 24, 2025 at 1:25 AM
A train in Belgium was spotted with graffiti reading “Israel terrorist state” painted along the side of it.
On this day in 1963 (23 November) the first ever episode of Dr Who was broadcast on the BBC.
I was 7 and found it scary. Never forgotten it.
I was 7 and found it scary. Never forgotten it.
November 23, 2025 at 11:56 PM
On this day in 1963 (23 November) the first ever episode of Dr Who was broadcast on the BBC.
I was 7 and found it scary. Never forgotten it.
I was 7 and found it scary. Never forgotten it.
🙋🏻♀️ If anyone wants to factcheck his “red tape” concerns, I’ve 30+ years in the ecosystem of Irish construction regulation & procurement
A briefing for the Taoiseach ahead of a 'fireside chat' with Stripe warned the company’s co-founder billionaire John Collison was likely to be critical of Ireland’s 'red tape'.
The Taoiseach’s briefing ran to more than 25 pages for the one-on-one meeting jrnl.ie/6883478
The Taoiseach’s briefing ran to more than 25 pages for the one-on-one meeting jrnl.ie/6883478
November 23, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Anadolu Ajansı
Anadolu Ajansı
www.aa.com.tr
November 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Genuine Station announcement in Australia back in 2003:
The football special is now approaching the station. Please stand back on the platform because if it hits you it *will* hurt.
The football special is now approaching the station. Please stand back on the platform because if it hits you it *will* hurt.
November 23, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Genuine Station announcement in Australia back in 2003:
The football special is now approaching the station. Please stand back on the platform because if it hits you it *will* hurt.
The football special is now approaching the station. Please stand back on the platform because if it hits you it *will* hurt.
Yates saying his comments 'were weaponised', is like saying, 'I only put a loaded rifle on the table, it was others who used it.'
His claims to innocence are a brazen pretence.
All along he knew what he was doing.
Ironic that ex-military Jim didn't know how to use a powerful weapon. Connolly did.
His claims to innocence are a brazen pretence.
All along he knew what he was doing.
Ironic that ex-military Jim didn't know how to use a powerful weapon. Connolly did.
'Regrets impact' sounds like he regrets he was pulled up on it rather than the fact that he said it.
Yates regrets impact of 'smear the bejaysus' comment
Ivan Yates has said prefacing debates with a disclaimer or a declaration of interests would be a "guaranteed mood killer".
www.rte.ie
November 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Yates saying his comments 'were weaponised', is like saying, 'I only put a loaded rifle on the table, it was others who used it.'
His claims to innocence are a brazen pretence.
All along he knew what he was doing.
Ironic that ex-military Jim didn't know how to use a powerful weapon. Connolly did.
His claims to innocence are a brazen pretence.
All along he knew what he was doing.
Ironic that ex-military Jim didn't know how to use a powerful weapon. Connolly did.
@orla-hegarty.bsky.social
HSE is a HUGE climate change waster.
Instead of email for appointments they *still* POST LETTERS.
Instead of digital, networked, records, it's still paper.
Tons of paper & emissions with delivery.
Plus health inefficiency & delays.
For this, we pay HSE CEO €420k a yr.
HSE is a HUGE climate change waster.
Instead of email for appointments they *still* POST LETTERS.
Instead of digital, networked, records, it's still paper.
Tons of paper & emissions with delivery.
Plus health inefficiency & delays.
For this, we pay HSE CEO €420k a yr.
November 21, 2025 at 8:53 PM
@orla-hegarty.bsky.social
HSE is a HUGE climate change waster.
Instead of email for appointments they *still* POST LETTERS.
Instead of digital, networked, records, it's still paper.
Tons of paper & emissions with delivery.
Plus health inefficiency & delays.
For this, we pay HSE CEO €420k a yr.
HSE is a HUGE climate change waster.
Instead of email for appointments they *still* POST LETTERS.
Instead of digital, networked, records, it's still paper.
Tons of paper & emissions with delivery.
Plus health inefficiency & delays.
For this, we pay HSE CEO €420k a yr.