A festival of Irish culture and wholesome community has been placed in jeopardy by extremists who have ironically labelled the festival goers and organisers as 'fascist' extremists lacking in 'inclusion' and 'throwing their weight around' even while they themselves use deception and intimidation to shut down free expression, thus threatening democracy and reducing diversity of perspective by aggressively pressuring all to conform. Is this compassion? Is this love? Is this enlightenment? Or is it hateful prejudiced narrow-minded thuggery, ultimately in the service of true fascism – forcing obedience to the will of a political establishment run by and for elite financial interests, cutting the throat of liberty and love – killing diversity of thought and inclusivity of belief – imprisoning democracy? Yes, the attendees of Mise Éire Festival may tend to agree on some things which extreme left-wingers don't agree with, but that is democracy! That is normal. No one's right to share culture and community should be at the mercy of cold-hearted fringe political groups such as those who petitioned for the cancellation of Mise Éire. And especially for Irish culture in Ireland! Happily, the festival is going ahead – relocated from Drumshanbo, Leitrim to a venue in Castlebar, Mayo – with yours truly among the artists and speakers. At the time of writing there are still tickets available. You are most welcome to come join the celebration of culture, community, and dear freedom! Mise Éire tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/miseeire/1705323

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