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Daniel O’Connell and the Young Irelanders

By Eamon O'Kelly

January February 1993

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 In the early 1800's Daniel O'Connell was a young lawyer in Dublin, a member of the tiny Catholic middle class. In those days, although the worst excesses of the Penal Laws had passed, Roman Catholics still were deprived of full civil rights, and many opportunities remained closed to them. O'Connell became active in the Catholic Committee, the group working to win full rights … [Read more...] about Daniel O’Connell and the Young Irelanders

Ourselves Alone: An Interview with Gerry Adams

By Patricia Harty, Editor-in-Chief
April 1991

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The Sinn Féin office is located in a what could hardly be called a luxury building in what seems to be a mostly deserted area of West Belfast. In the room where I sit, there is a one-bar electric fire, a couple of mismatched chairs and little else. Somewhere on the outside a band is practicing, the drums that one usually associates with Loyalists are getting a fair belting from … [Read more...] about Ourselves Alone: An Interview with Gerry Adams

40 Years | 1985 – 2025

By Irish America Staff

Winter 2025

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Looking back at Irish America’s premier issue we see that it set the tone for what was to come: a thorough investigation into what it means to be Irish American. 40 years later, we are still answering that question and still pondering the answers. Enjoy these quotes compiled over 40 years.  -The Irish America Team 1986  Tip O’Neill “Growing up as a youngster in Boston, you … [Read more...] about 40 Years | 1985 – 2025

Trailblazing CEO Maggie Timoney

By Patricia Harty, Editor-in-Chief
Winter 2025

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2025 Business 100: Keynote Speaker Maggie Timoney is the President and CEO of HEINEKEN USA, based in White Plains, New York. During her 20-plus year tenure with the HEINEKEN Group in the U.S., Netherlands, Canada, and Ireland, Maggie has been recognized as a transformational leader, demonstrated by her drive for results and her high impact on cultural and social change. Prior … [Read more...] about Trailblazing CEO Maggie Timoney

Lydia Barrington Darragh: Irish Pacifist, American Patriot

By Ray Cavanaugh

Winter 2025

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It is understandable that the mention of wartime heroism tends to evoke images of combat valor. But there are other ways that people can contribute heavily to the wartime cause without taking a bullet, firing a bullet, or even setting foot on a battlefield.  Lydia Barrington Darragh was most certainly a noncombatant, but she served her adopted country well in crucial … [Read more...] about Lydia Barrington Darragh: Irish Pacifist, American Patriot