The Occupy movement erupted in several major cities across the world in 2011 but fizzled out in 2012. Their slogan was ‘We are the 99%’. That simple fact is still true today.

Will the Labour Party ever learn? This must be the question uppermost in the minds of supporters following the humiliating and devastating losses in the European, and local elections.

Just a few complimentary words to Donal Óg Cusack for his superb article (Irish Examiner, May 23) on the Waterford-Cork hurling rivalry.

Got a message from Aer Lingus saying the strike on Friday is on, so I can change my flight.

A window of opportunity has opened. Responding to the clear, brutal message sent by the voters to the Government, but particularly to Labour, Eamon Gilmore has acted with honour and pragmatism.

The news that Labour leader Eamon Gilmore is to step down is puzzling given that Fine Gael’s performance was nothing to boast about, yet there are no moves plotted against Enda Kenny.

The reference to the failure of John the Baptist to make any headway in the recent election and the fact that he ultimately lost his head has more relevance to the present situation than has being ascribed to it by media commentary.

The Europe-wide ‘earthquake’ election results represents a wake-up call to the business-minded politicians in government currently supposed to be representing the people.

John Glennon’s recent letter (Irish Examiner, May 24) raised the issue of a poorly translated Irish sign at Dublin Airport.

Concerns have been raised in the recent past in relation to management of An Garda Síochána.