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Post by quirk on Apr 30, 2007 13:18:21 GMT
The proposal by Bertie Ahern to build a "monument to the peace process" in the border region is yet another attempt to further the policy of normalizing British rule in Ireland. Ahern said “The Good Friday Agreement has settled the constitutional issue. The principle of consent is accepted and everyone’s rights and aspirations are protected in the new democratic institutions.” What about the right of the Irish people to freedom and self-determination? Obviously this is not a factor for those in the halls of power in Ireland both north and south. What he refers to as the "principle of consent" is nothing more than the old unionist veto repackaged. This principle means the aspirations of the Irish people can be vetoed by a minority of 18% and as such should be opposed by all republicans and democrats in Ireland. We in the 32 County Sovereignty Movement believe that the 5 million euro which is to be put aside for this monument could be better used to benefit the Irish people by putting it towards hospital beds or alleviating the problem of homelessness. We also think that it is premature to erect a monument to peace when the core cause of the conflict still remains. That cause is Britain's claim to sovereignty over a part of our country which is in fact illegal under international law. While we would like to see peace in Ireland the reality is that as long as the British remain here there is always the possibility of renewed conflict. The Irish people have a legal right to resist the occupation of our country through whatever means they deem necessary including the use of armed struggle. If people want to see a day when we can erect a monument to a real peace in Ireland then they must join with us in seeking to remove the British from these shores and helping to establish an all Ireland Socialist Democratic Republic. Kevin Murphy PRO 32 County Sovereignty Movement South Armagh www.southarmagh32.blogspot.com |
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Post by dangeresque on Apr 30, 2007 20:04:26 GMT
Well said.
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Post by Papa C. on Apr 30, 2007 21:14:44 GMT
Although I agree with the statment I must take issue with the fact that the 32CSM mention a 'socialist democratic republic'. Althought they may not want to, they imply that socialism and democracy are mutually exclusive. They are not. A Socialist Republic is only democratic and socialism cannot work without democracy.
I'm not nitpicking! ;P
Good to hear this statement from the 32CSM none the less.
Smash the Imperialist Minority!
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Post by quirk on May 1, 2007 18:45:08 GMT
Although I agree with the statment I must take issue with the fact that the 32CSM mention a 'socialist democratic republic'. Althought they may not want to, they imply that socialism and democracy are mutually exclusive. They are not. A Socialist Republic is only democratic and socialism cannot work without democracy. I'm not nitpicking! ;P Good to hear this statement from the 32CSM none the less. Smash the Imperialist Minority! Thanks for the criticism. It wasn't meant to imply that they are mutually exclusiv.e |
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Post by Papa C. on May 1, 2007 19:58:33 GMT
Thanks for the criticism. It wasn't meant to imply that they are mutually exclusiv.e I understand that comrade. Cheers for replying. Beir bua, Caoimhain. |
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Post by RedFlag32 on May 1, 2007 21:32:48 GMT
HAve the 32csm just recently adopted the socialist republic as their goal or has it allways been so? I dont recall hearing them call for the 32county socialist republic before.
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Post by quirk on May 1, 2007 22:23:01 GMT
The goal of the 32CSM is the restoration of Irish sovereignty. After this it is for the people to decide for themselves. However even though a socialist republic is not official policy I believe it would be the goal of the vast majority of the membership and I think that is what is reflected in the statement.
In my own opinion if we get rid of the Brits and fail to have a socialist republic then sovereignty will rest with the Irish bourgeoisie rather than the Irish people.
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Post by Stallit 2 de Halfo on May 1, 2007 22:26:57 GMT
Well made point quirk.
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Post by RedFlag32 on May 1, 2007 22:28:30 GMT
The goal of the 32CSM is the restoration of Irish sovereignty. After this it is for the people to decide for themselves. However even though a socialist republic is not official policy I believe it would be the goal of the vast majority of the membership and I think that is what is reflected in the statement. In my own opinion if we get rid of the Brits and fail to have a socialist republic then sovereignty will rest with the Irish bourgeoisie rather than the Irish people. Thanks for the reply comrade,cleared it up for me  |
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