The criminal and the corrupt are the norm

Criminal activity and amoral behaviour are being normalised in Ireland.

Wed, 10 Oct, 2012 - 01:00
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Our society is akin to the Italian mafia, complete with murders, hit men and racketeering, and corrupt politicians who can be bought and influenced by special interests.

Murder has become common, and with it an indifferent and de-sensitised nation that has become accustomed, and acquiescent, to it.

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