Martin McGuinness: The politics of pragmatism

Economic pragmatism played a huge part in Martin McGuinness’ transformation from IRA leader to peace-seeking statesman, writes Kyran Fitzgerald.

Martin McGuinness: The politics of pragmatism
Mon, 27 Mar, 2017 - 01:00
Kyran Fitzgerald
Kyran Fitzgerald

What part did economic pragmatism play in the transformation of Martin McGuinness from IRA leader into that of Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland, committed to the path of peace?

Quite a lot, one suspects.

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