Trump’s disturbing National Security Strategy should be required reading
‘Establishing and expanding’ access in strategically important locations in the hemisphere is a declared aim
Michael McDowell
Michael McDowell columns and stories
Trump isn’t a peace maker, he’s a piece taker
Russia wants a piece of Ukraine. America wants Greenland and the Panama Canal. Israel wants to a piece of Gaza, and so on
Sinn Féin should study its own political history before demanding Herzog Park be renamed
Raymond McCreesh Park was given its name in 2001 following a proposal by the party
Filibustering or scrutinising? Slow passage of the defamation Bill through the Oireachtas
Legislation seeks to end to lawsuits designed to stymie comment and coverage on particular individuals or organisations
Should we re-roof the Rock of Cashel?
Ireland is dotted with ruined castles. Where is the vision for them?
Britain’s asylum shake-up poses big problems for Ireland
What will happen to failed asylum applicants and migrants to the UK who have overstayed, and who can travel freely to Ireland?
How many Irish women and men could rally to the flag and handle an automatic weapon?
Ireland’s Defence Forces has been allowed to atrophy, while we complacently ignore threats to national security
Why is Ireland a destination of choice for asylum seekers?
Ireland could have a big problem on its hands if Nigel Farage’s Reform gets into government in the UK
This election wasn’t a lurch to the left, but a victory for Keep The Other Lot Out politics
There is real possibility that political coalition will form to exploit public dissatisfaction with KTOLO politics
What exactly does Vladimir Putin hold over the cowardly Donald Trump?
And what has Russian leader said or threatened to prompt US president’s volte-face on Ukraine?
Liberals must stop adopting lazy, woke stances on complex issues
Political and social liberalism, nationally and internationally, is more vulnerable than ever
Ireland should not be told by Brussels or Washington what to do about policing speech
Striking a balance between constitutional freedom of expression and preventing the propagation of race and sectarian hatred is a matter for each EU state
Michael McDowell: Why I didn’t nominate Maria Steen for the presidency
As a liberal, I felt Maria Steen’s election would have been a step backwards for the Ireland I believe in
Maria Steen and Michael McDowell clash over failed presidential bid
‘I believe she is a divisive person,’ says Senator as failed presidential contender accuses former ally of ignoring her
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