Knights of Columbus Has Dropped Out of Boston Saint Patrick's Day Parade

[gracepoole]

But it is not solely a historical conception to speak of an Irish race.

“In valley green, on towering crag,
Our fathers fought before us,
And conquered 'neath the same old flag
That’s proudly floating o’er us.
We’re children of a fighting race,
That never yet has known disgrace,
And as we march, the foe to face,
We’ll chant a soldier’s song.”

This is from one of the verses of the Irish national anthem. The word race is still popularly used in English speaking regions of Europe to simply mean ethnicity, nationality, or family. I would rather advise you against imposing the narrow sentiments of America on other cultures and languages.

:ehh: Have at it, my friend. If you want to champion the use of a term that involves the likes of fascists worldwide and those who dominated and oppressed your own country, enjoy. The rest of us would perhaps like to be a bit more mindful of current distinctions between race, ethnicity, and nation.

And who exactly said I’m American??

 

[ProVobis]

I would like to point out, again, that the “God made the Irish #1” is referring to the Notre Dame Football team-not the Irish people. Have we totally lost our sense of humor?

It’s the Fighting Irish, Bob. The wimp Irish need not apply.

 

[Tigg]

The Knights aren’t the only ones and this is so incredibly sad. While pro-life Catholics are denied the right to march and honor the saint they love, the gay contingent is proudly led by an Archbishop of the Church. May all see this for what it truly is.

On a happier note, enjoy this little clip with the nuns in full habit, strumming their banjos, and thank you dear Sisters, for your **faithful **witness. Please pray for the Church!

youtube.com/watch?v=HQGe5qLbHVc