Apathy in Profit – The Eurovision and Neutrality
“In 2022, the EBU set a precedent for repercussion and political standing by indefinitely banning Russia from participating or broadcasting the contest after their invasion of Ukraine… In this simple decision to ban, the EBU opened themselves up to the responsibility of being politically steadfast and answerable (…) they had just willingly consented to partake in a huge political statement.”
Adelaide talks about politics in the light of this year’s Eurovision and the continued participation of Israel.
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Memecoins, Shitcoins and Good Old Fashioned Scam Artists
Adam dives into the world of cryptocurrency, how it’s taking place as the new setting for running scams, and it’s place in modern politics.
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The All or Nothing Approach From Online Commentators Defies Any Semblance of Political Reasoning
“During the campaign, these online activists were begrudged to have to support Sinn Féin to form a left wing government. Now they are adamant all left wing parties must sit tight on the opposition benches, handing Fianna Fail and Fine Gael a centre right government mandate…”
Adam Van Eekeren discusses online response to the Irish General Election
No One Saw This Coming: How The US Election Highlights a Gap in Political Understanding
“It has become increasingly clear in American politics that the analysts and alleged professionals have no clue which way the electorate might swing. This is indicative of a broader problem not just in American politics but in how polarised societies are becoming across the globe.”
Adam gives us an overview on why Trump was able to pull off a surprising win in the US presidential elections.
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Who is The Woke Left – A Brief Insight into Conservatism’s Newest Boogeyman
“The anti-woke nature of modern-day conservatism not only provides them with the tools to chip away at decades of social progress in inclusion, but also to become the ultimate voice of counterculture.”
Adam discusses the positioning of the idea of “wokeness” in politics.
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Camping On The Quad – The Students Taking A Stand Against Israel on UCD Campus
“the sense of pride the UCD staff had expressed became more and more understandable. The passion expressed by every single student in the face of injustice was awe inspiring. Each student understood perfectly why they were there and what it was they wanted.”
Read about Adam’s visit and interviews at the UCD encampment.
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Conflict Never Occurs in A Vacuum – How Blowback Tells History Through Perspective
Blowback teaches us that no act of conflict happens in a vacuum, no situation in international relations happens void of history…
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The Boycott of The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 Continues…
With Eurovision season coming up, Emma takes a look at the attempted political secrecy and hypocrisy happening behind the scenes.
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Occidental Exposure – The Lie of Morality in Western Bureaucracy, Justice, and Democracy in Regards to Palestine
As the ongoing genocide on the people of Palestine becomes an everyday part of the news cycle, we must consider what progress is being made to achieve their freedom, and by whose hand.
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How Does Ireland Fix It’s Far-Right Problem?
Dublin city centre was seized by rioters last Thursday. Adelaide writes on the circumstances of the riots and what she saw on the night.
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