Tom Healy
@tomhealykk.bsky.social
Father, husband, economist, disciple, community activist, trade Unionist, Gaeilgeoir #ConsistentLifeEthic #Carlow author of #IrelandWorth #Kilkenny www.tomhealy.ie
“We can see with our own eyes how unmitigated ignorance, hatred and dehumanisation can turn a democratic country into a polarised hellscape in just a few years.”
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Kathy Sheridan: Whatever happened to joy to the world? You have to look hard
We can see with our own eyes how unmitigated ignorance, hatred and dehumanisation can turn a democratic country into a polarised hellscape in just a few years
www.irishtimes.com
December 27, 2025 at 3:56 PM
“We can see with our own eyes how unmitigated ignorance, hatred and dehumanisation can turn a democratic country into a polarised hellscape in just a few years.”
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Putting Christ in Christmas? This is much, much more than what some people think
Some thoughts by me on what Christmas is really about
dochas-nua.blogspot.com/2025/12/he-pit…
Some thoughts by me on what Christmas is really about
dochas-nua.blogspot.com/2025/12/he-pit…
December 23, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Putting Christ in Christmas? This is much, much more than what some people think
Some thoughts by me on what Christmas is really about
dochas-nua.blogspot.com/2025/12/he-pit…
Some thoughts by me on what Christmas is really about
dochas-nua.blogspot.com/2025/12/he-pit…
Has Donald Trump declared war on Europe? youtu.be/S0WlcM8swhY?is… via @YouTube
Excellent vlog by @richardjmurphy.bsky.social
#EuropePoliticsc#StopRacisms#TrumpEuropep#HumanRightst#MigrationMattersr#NoToFascisms#DefendDemocracyc#SolidarityNowo#InclusiveEuropep#AntiRacisms#EqualityForAllll
Excellent vlog by @richardjmurphy.bsky.social
#EuropePoliticsc#StopRacisms#TrumpEuropep#HumanRightst#MigrationMattersr#NoToFascisms#DefendDemocracyc#SolidarityNowo#InclusiveEuropep#AntiRacisms#EqualityForAllll
Has Donald Trump declared war on Europe?
YouTube video by Richard J Murphy
https://youtu.be/S0WlcM8swhY?is…
December 16, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Has Donald Trump declared war on Europe? youtu.be/S0WlcM8swhY?is… via @YouTube
Excellent vlog by @richardjmurphy.bsky.social
#EuropePoliticsc#StopRacisms#TrumpEuropep#HumanRightst#MigrationMattersr#NoToFascisms#DefendDemocracyc#SolidarityNowo#InclusiveEuropep#AntiRacisms#EqualityForAllll
Excellent vlog by @richardjmurphy.bsky.social
#EuropePoliticsc#StopRacisms#TrumpEuropep#HumanRightst#MigrationMattersr#NoToFascisms#DefendDemocracyc#SolidarityNowo#InclusiveEuropep#AntiRacisms#EqualityForAllll
CALIBRI FONT IS WOKE
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT - I WILL BE USING CALIBRI FONT FROM NOW. IT IS TREMENDOUS, THE BEST FONT. EVERYBODY SAYS SO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION. MAKE CALIBRI GREAT AGAIN!
youtu.be/Fp3PBvb0N0c
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT - I WILL BE USING CALIBRI FONT FROM NOW. IT IS TREMENDOUS, THE BEST FONT. EVERYBODY SAYS SO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION. MAKE CALIBRI GREAT AGAIN!
youtu.be/Fp3PBvb0N0c
Trump Administration Orders Return To Times New Roman Font | 10 News
YouTube video by 10 News
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December 12, 2025 at 7:12 PM
CALIBRI FONT IS WOKE
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT - I WILL BE USING CALIBRI FONT FROM NOW. IT IS TREMENDOUS, THE BEST FONT. EVERYBODY SAYS SO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION. MAKE CALIBRI GREAT AGAIN!
youtu.be/Fp3PBvb0N0c
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT - I WILL BE USING CALIBRI FONT FROM NOW. IT IS TREMENDOUS, THE BEST FONT. EVERYBODY SAYS SO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION. MAKE CALIBRI GREAT AGAIN!
youtu.be/Fp3PBvb0N0c
There is a political part to why the Government wishes to deflect from failures to invest
The perverse logic of Government’s immigration policy: it points to the benefits that immigrants bring to the economy. Then it says there are too many immigrants. And if you point out this contradiction, you're accused of wanting to close down the debate! tinyurl.com/r3s9myka
The Perverse Logic of the Government’s Immigration Policy
The Government’s narrative is that asylum seekers are a cost that must be reduced – by making Ireland an unattractive place for those seeking international protection. This ignores that fact …
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December 8, 2025 at 5:32 PM
There is a political part to why the Government wishes to deflect from failures to invest
Diagnosis of ADHD - no easy answers . Families and societies matter
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Why are diagnoses of ADHD soaring? There are no easy answers – but empathy is the place to start | Gabor Maté
Some say it’s overdiagnosis, others say it’s greater recognition. But it’s clear we must think about how our society is impacting human development, says author and retired physician Gabor Maté
www.theguardian.com
December 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Diagnosis of ADHD - no easy answers . Families and societies matter
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Says POTUS:
“.. he will “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries” and
“end all federal benefits and subsidies to noncitizens” and remove “anyone who is not a net asset to the United States”
This is a wake call for the world, Europe and Ireland
“.. he will “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries” and
“end all federal benefits and subsidies to noncitizens” and remove “anyone who is not a net asset to the United States”
This is a wake call for the world, Europe and Ireland
November 28, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Says POTUS:
“.. he will “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries” and
“end all federal benefits and subsidies to noncitizens” and remove “anyone who is not a net asset to the United States”
This is a wake call for the world, Europe and Ireland
“.. he will “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries” and
“end all federal benefits and subsidies to noncitizens” and remove “anyone who is not a net asset to the United States”
This is a wake call for the world, Europe and Ireland
US RC bishops speak out on ICE raids and migrants youtu.be/YpyalD7p1rE?...
U.S. bishops issue forceful message on immigration, decry deportations and political hostility
YouTube video by WFAA
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November 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM
US RC bishops speak out on ICE raids and migrants youtu.be/YpyalD7p1rE?...
Ócáid mhór do phobal na hÉireann. A proud moment for our nation as Catherine Connolly assumes the office of President
November 11, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Ócáid mhór do phobal na hÉireann. A proud moment for our nation as Catherine Connolly assumes the office of President
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So proud of my father for all the passion, courage,care and vision he brought to the last 14 years as President of Ireland. Both my parents have always been driven by a deep wide love for Ireland & the world, for people, planet & possibilities. Looking forward to their next chapter! #Grá #spiergirm
November 11, 2025 at 6:34 AM
So proud of my father for all the passion, courage,care and vision he brought to the last 14 years as President of Ireland. Both my parents have always been driven by a deep wide love for Ireland & the world, for people, planet & possibilities. Looking forward to their next chapter! #Grá #spiergirm
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Violence and hatred against any group of humans is unacceptable. Politicians and community leaders need to exercise caution in how immigration is framed and avoid dehumanising language at all times.
www.rte.ie/news/ireland...
www.rte.ie/news/ireland...
IRC chief deeply concerned by IPAS centre arson attack
The Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council has said he is deeply concerned by the arson attack carried out on an IPAS accommodation centre in Co Louth.
www.rte.ie
November 3, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Violence and hatred against any group of humans is unacceptable. Politicians and community leaders need to exercise caution in how immigration is framed and avoid dehumanising language at all times.
www.rte.ie/news/ireland...
www.rte.ie/news/ireland...
Reposted by Tom Healy
Comments on immigration made by Tánaiste Simon Harris have been labelled as 'reckless dog whistling' by a Labour MEP.
jrnl.ie/6860162
jrnl.ie/6860162
'Dangerous dog whistling': Tánaiste's comments on immigration criticised by opposition
Harris yesterday said that the government need to consider migration numbers in a “very serious way”.
jrnl.ie
October 30, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Comments on immigration made by Tánaiste Simon Harris have been labelled as 'reckless dog whistling' by a Labour MEP.
jrnl.ie/6860162
jrnl.ie/6860162
Turnout has never been more important. Vote for a strong, independent voice, vótáil #CatherineConnolly1
October 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Turnout has never been more important. Vote for a strong, independent voice, vótáil #CatherineConnolly1
October 21, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Worth watching.
Here is the choice for #Aras25 #Truth2Power #HumanRights #Migration #Respect Vótáil @catherinegalway #Connolly4President
#GuthNanDaoine #RaiseYourVoice
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Here is the choice for #Aras25 #Truth2Power #HumanRights #Migration #Respect Vótáil @catherinegalway #Connolly4President
#GuthNanDaoine #RaiseYourVoice
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October 18, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Worth watching.
Here is the choice for #Aras25 #Truth2Power #HumanRights #Migration #Respect Vótáil @catherinegalway #Connolly4President
#GuthNanDaoine #RaiseYourVoice
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Here is the choice for #Aras25 #Truth2Power #HumanRights #Migration #Respect Vótáil @catherinegalway #Connolly4President
#GuthNanDaoine #RaiseYourVoice
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Reposted by Tom Healy
Connolly for #Áras25
“…national greatness arises only when a ppl are moved by a unifying idea. Today that idea is ceartas, justice, grounded in care for the Earth, fr Palestine, fr our mother tongue, fr our culture, fr every life made disposable by greed or indifference.”
#spéirghorm #IrishPol
“…national greatness arises only when a ppl are moved by a unifying idea. Today that idea is ceartas, justice, grounded in care for the Earth, fr Palestine, fr our mother tongue, fr our culture, fr every life made disposable by greed or indifference.”
#spéirghorm #IrishPol
When hope and history rhyme, Catherine Connolly a woman for our time
"Calm can be radical, listening can be revolutionary"
A voice who will be a moral compass for Ireland - and on a world stage
#CatherineConnollyNo1 mar Uachtarán na hÉireann
Laura nails it
www.hotpress.com/opinion/when...
"Calm can be radical, listening can be revolutionary"
A voice who will be a moral compass for Ireland - and on a world stage
#CatherineConnollyNo1 mar Uachtarán na hÉireann
Laura nails it
www.hotpress.com/opinion/when...
When Hope and History Rhyme: Why Connolly Speaks for Our Time (Op-ed by Laura Murphy) | Hotpress
As the world faces moral collapse and deep division, there is a wave of conscience and culture rising in Ireland. Laura Murphy argues that Catherine Connolly...
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October 16, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Connolly for #Áras25
“…national greatness arises only when a ppl are moved by a unifying idea. Today that idea is ceartas, justice, grounded in care for the Earth, fr Palestine, fr our mother tongue, fr our culture, fr every life made disposable by greed or indifference.”
#spéirghorm #IrishPol
“…national greatness arises only when a ppl are moved by a unifying idea. Today that idea is ceartas, justice, grounded in care for the Earth, fr Palestine, fr our mother tongue, fr our culture, fr every life made disposable by greed or indifference.”
#spéirghorm #IrishPol
Yes
Extraordinary oversight on the part of our public broadcaster
Extraordinary oversight on the part of our public broadcaster
I've written to @rte.ie Prime Time urging them to ask the about climate change in the final Presidential debate next Tuesday. Both candidates supported the 2019 declaration of a climate emergency by the Dáil. I want to hear how they would approach it as president.
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The views of the presidential candidates on climate change | Oisín Coghlan
I've just written to RTE's Prime Time urging them to ask the presidential candidates about climate change in the final TV debate next Tuesday. Here's what I said. Prime Time's email is just primetime@...
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October 17, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Yes
Extraordinary oversight on the part of our public broadcaster
Extraordinary oversight on the part of our public broadcaster
Reposted by Tom Healy
Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer. In his first teaching document Thursday, Leo confirms that he is in perfect lockstep with Pope Francis on matters of social injustice.
Pope Leo blasts economy that marginalizes poor while wealthy live in bubble of luxury
Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer.
bit.ly
October 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer. In his first teaching document Thursday, Leo confirms that he is in perfect lockstep with Pope Francis on matters of social injustice.
Reposted by Tom Healy
Broke: Wondering how the 2025 Reeling in the Years episode will cover Jim Gavin withdrawing from the Presidential race
Woke: Knowing the 2025 Reeling in the Years episode will be nothing but an endless loop of the clip of Catherine Connolly crossing up a nine year old on the basketball court
Woke: Knowing the 2025 Reeling in the Years episode will be nothing but an endless loop of the clip of Catherine Connolly crossing up a nine year old on the basketball court
October 6, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Broke: Wondering how the 2025 Reeling in the Years episode will cover Jim Gavin withdrawing from the Presidential race
Woke: Knowing the 2025 Reeling in the Years episode will be nothing but an endless loop of the clip of Catherine Connolly crossing up a nine year old on the basketball court
Woke: Knowing the 2025 Reeling in the Years episode will be nothing but an endless loop of the clip of Catherine Connolly crossing up a nine year old on the basketball court
Reposted by Tom Healy
The counting of votes will proceed as normal, the returning officer said, “in line with the rules for the counting of votes as set out in the 1993 Act”.
http://jrnl.ie/6837130
http://jrnl.ie/6837130
Jim Gavin will be on the ballot and votes will be counted as normal, returning officer confirms
Gavin made the shock announcement late on Sunday night to withdraw from the presidential election.
jrnl.ie
October 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The counting of votes will proceed as normal, the returning officer said, “in line with the rules for the counting of votes as set out in the 1993 Act”.
http://jrnl.ie/6837130
http://jrnl.ie/6837130
Some thoughts on #Aras25 open.substack.com/pub/ancainne...
October 3, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Some thoughts on #Aras25 open.substack.com/pub/ancainne...
Reposted by Tom Healy
October 2, 2025 at 6:32 AM