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When was the last time you heard an Irish epithet? Are Irish people a marginalised group barred from business and politics?
“Pikey”gets thrown around pretty freely I heard that one a week ago in reference to the Irish Rugby team
“Paddies/Micks” pops up every now and again but yeah it’s not the 60s or even the 90sBut we aren’t talking about that kind of overt prejudice, I’m referring to ignorance. It’s an ignorance that echoes subjugation.
Calling your German breed of dog “Otto” is using a first name is logical and using a first name is what you call your friend not your subordinates.
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But this isn't the 6os. When was the last time you heard an Irish epithet? Are Irish people a marginalised group barred from business and politics? I just don't see it. Maybe that's privilege. Or maybe Irish names are normalised in British society.
I know someone who's dog is called Loki. Now you bring it up I bet they wouldn't call their dog Mohammed!