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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Jun 6

“Force, hatred, history, all that. That’s not life for men and women, insult and hatred. And everybody knows that it’s the very opposite of that that is really life… Love, says Bloom. I mean the opposite of hatred.”

- James Joyce, Ulysses

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · May 21

Ten years ago, I campaigned with thousands for the Marriage Referendum.

Strong families build strong communities.

Marriage is an institution that can bind us, roots us, and lift us up: a vital element for a society that honours love & reciprocity.

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · May 21

Votes at 16 says Soc Dems: It's a Sideshow We Don’t Need:

Political apathy isn’t an age problem; it’s a trust problem. And trust in politicians is at rock bottom across the board, not just among the young.

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Empowering Youth: Beyond the Voting Age Debate

The Social Democrats have been banging the drum about lowering the voting age to 16, and while it’s dressed up as a bold, progressive idea (and no doubt, many supporters of the proposal are well me…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · May 18

Every death, Israeli or Palestinian is a tragedy. Every child killed or taken hostage is an atrocity. Hate fuels hate. I stand with peacemakers in Israel & Palestine who reject zealotry & extremism.

End the genocidal slaughter, deliver aid, free all hostages, end illegal settlements🕊️

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · May 8

Vatican spokesperson confirms new pope’s name honors Leo XIII, champion of Catholic social teaching. In an era of wealth inequality, displacement, & AI disruption, calls for worker dignity, common good & respect rings true. #Unions #WorkersRights #Solidarity

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · May 8

If the left can’t rally behind Joe Duffy as a unity candidate for President, it’s doomed to stay fractured.

Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 26

Don’t be taken for a ride by pound shop Nazis

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 21

I’m hearing rumours that Conor McGregor is so delusional he thinks he’s gonna knock out the Vatican vote and become the next Pope.

Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 21

We need to move away from the solipsism and nihilism that prioritise “me, me, me.”

Politics can feel like a performance—endless debates on social media that divide more than they unite.

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Pope Francis: Advocating for the Common Good

The passing of Pope Francis closes a chapter marked by a voice that, despite its imperfections, consistently spoke for those on the margins. His papacy challenged the “me-first” mindset…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 21

I saw Pope Francis in real life and looking at him dressed from head to toe in white, my overall impression was “he’s very clean.”

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 21

He wasn’t perfect, but he was human. Pope Francis did his best to champion the common good, urging us to prioritise compassion, justice, and solidarity.

#PopeFrancis #CommonGood

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Pope Francis: Advocating for the Common Good

The passing of Pope Francis closes a chapter marked by a voice that, despite its imperfections, consistently spoke for those on the margins. His papacy challenged the “me-first” mindset…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 17

Happy Easter! 🐣 Wishing you a restful weekend.

Check out my latest video diving into the ITGWU and the 1916 Easter Rising – a pivotal moment in Irish history! 🇮🇪 #EasterRising #ITGWU #IrishHistory #1916Rising #HistoryVideo

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Workers Rising: The ITGWU & Ireland’s 1916 Easter Rising

Happy Easter! In this video I look back at Ireland’s pivotal 1916 Easter Rising. The Irish Transport and General Workers’ Union (ITGWU) – precursor to SIPTU – played a defining role. In 1916,…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 16

Concerned about the delay in raising the minimum wage to 2029. A fair wage supports workers, businesses, and the economy. Let’s discuss solutions! #LivingWage danoneill.ie/2025/04/15/m...

Minimum Wage Delays in Ireland

I’ve just published a vlog diving into the Government’s talk of delaying minimum wage increases—and what it means for workers across Ireland. It’s a big deal, and it’s got a lot of us fired up. Fro…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 14

If Jeff Bezos can send Katy Perry into space, surely he should send a few Irish celebrities too for the craic

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Apr 14

Discover a fun, engaging May Day activity for early years in my latest blog post! Perfect for early childhood education, this creative idea sparks joy and learning about respect at work. 🌸 #EarlyYearsEducation #MayDayCrafts #PreschoolActivities

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May Day Activity for Early Years

Looking for fun May Day activities for preschoolers? This 30-minute Early Years workshop plan is perfect for 4-5-year-olds, introducing them to different jobs, gratitude for workers, teamwork (with…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 13

The folks at @adhdireland are collaborating with a researcher to do a study on the experience of adults with ADHD in the workplace.

If you’d like to take part, you can do so at this link: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 9

Is deas an pacáistiú a fheiceáil scríofa i nGaeilge. Níos mó de seo, le do thoil. Cén fáth nach bhfuil?

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 8

“We cannot build a secure world on mountains of weapons; security comes from trust, not threats.”

- Olof Palme

Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 7

“Every bomb dropped, every life lost, is a defeat for humanity—not a victory for any cause.”

- Olaf Palme

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 7

“If the workers of Europe could clasp hands instead of grasping rifles, there would be no war.” - Jean Jaurès

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 7

EU Min Wages Directive at risk, but Ireland’s workers deserve action. Unions demand a robust plan for collective bargaining by end of year —CJEU ruling or not. Fair pay can’t wait. #RespectAtWork #WorkersRights danoneill.ie/2025/03/07/e...

EU Minimum Wages Directive: Future for Worker Rights in Ireland

The EU’s Adequate Minimum Wages Directive remains a critical issue for workers’ rights in Ireland, though its future hangs in the balance. Designed to ensure fair pay and strengthen collective barg…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 7

EU Min Wages Directive at risk, but Ireland’s workers deserve action. Unions demand a robust plan for collective bargaining by end of year —CJEU ruling or not. Fair pay can’t wait. #RespectAtWork #WorkersRights danoneill.ie/2025/03/07/e...

EU Minimum Wages Directive: Future for Worker Rights in Ireland

The EU’s Adequate Minimum Wages Directive remains a critical issue for workers’ rights in Ireland, though its future hangs in the balance. Designed to ensure fair pay and strengthen collective barg…

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 6

I stand firm on Irish neutrality. The triple lock—UN, government, and parliamentary consent—protects our children from foreign wars, preserving Ireland’s soul and its role as a diplomatic voice of reason.

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 6

Get up out of bed folks.

Do you think successful people like John Lennon stayed in bed all day!?

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Dan O’Neill @activedan.bsky.social · Mar 5

“You smug-faced crowds with kindling eye
Who cheer when soldier lads march by,
Sneak home and pray you'll never know
The hell where youth and laughter go.”