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Ascough Result Shows that Student Politics Can Matter
Simon Foy argues that after last night's victory for the impeachment side, even sceptics can be convinced of the value of student politics.
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For Puppy Rooms, No Bark or Bite, Just Simply Bad Taste
Ciannait Khan argues we need to think twice about who benefits from puppy rooms.
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Ascough’s Position Has Become Untenable. She Needs To Go
Simon Foy argues that Ascough's campaign has exposed how unfit she is to be president of UCDSU.
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Grounds for Impeachment, Not Celebration, in UCD
Shane Kenneally argues that Ascough's impending fate should not be the stuff of gossip.
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A Student Loan System is Far From the Monster it is Often Depicted As
With student groups calling for so-called "free fees", Simon Foy argues that the narrative surrounding a student loan system is too simplistic.
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In the Years Ahead, Student Activists Need to Stay Mobilised and Engaged
Philip McGuinness argues that Irish students must look beyond repeal or once-a-year marches and work for sustained change.
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After Saturday, Sinn Féin’s Hypocrisy on the Eighth Amendment is Glaring
The party didn't attend the March for Choice at the weekend, offering a poor excuse despite their nominal support for repeal.
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Ireland’s 2015 Victory for Marriage Equality Paved Way for Rest of World
Being the first country in the world to vote in marriage equality has led to Australia embarking on a similar journey.
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We Have a Timeline for a Repeal Referendum. We Must be Prepared
Annie Hoey argues that, following Leo Varadkar's announcement of a May or June referendum, activists must prepare for the challenge ahead.
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Reaction to Animal Testing in Trinity is Hypocritical and Inconsistent
Ciannait Khan argues that momentary, self-righteous anger does little to further the more fundamental questions about how we treat animals.