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Terry Prone

Terry Prone is an author, columnist and one of Ireland's most well known commentators on communications, politics and public life.

Joe Kennedy was no angel but neither was he a bootlegger

ANY student of the Kennedy dynasty knows all about the father figure, Joe Kennedy, who shaped and warped the lives of his children through his determination to live vicariously through them and ensure that each should fulfill his ambitions.

Mon, 14 Mar, 2011

European policy is not a foreign affair — it’s a prime ministerial function

PATRICK Honohan is the new Michael O’Leary.

Mon, 07 Mar, 2011

Vincent, Rosenstock and fried brains: Who wouldn’t have a media phobia?

SHE was the first candidate elected in this historic election, coming top of the poll in her constituency.

Mon, 28 Feb, 2011

Gilmore Gale may be so much hot air compared with the Spring Tide

A WORD to new candidates.

Mon, 21 Feb, 2011

The lesson learned from making ‘mistakes’ is one of the best

FOLLOWING Bobby Kerr on any platform is the gig from hell. Following Bobby Kerr when you’re so awash in germs that breathing feels like trying to inhale through particularly thick porridge is even worse.

Mon, 14 Feb, 2011

Six ways to spot the over-prepped debater

IF, the day after tomorrow, people can quote something either of the two leaders said tonight, that’s a major victory.

Tue, 08 Feb, 2011

If Micheál is to rebuild FF then Enda should be his role model

THE first time I met Micheál Martin, I was certain he would become leader of Fianna Fáil.

Mon, 07 Feb, 2011

Election debate hype is about sales and ratings, not the national interest

IF you have loins, prepare to gird them now.

Mon, 31 Jan, 2011

Embattled Cowen puts the party first and cheapens the Constitution

THE Constitution of any country is crucial, both in its letter and in its spirit.

Tue, 25 Jan, 2011

Shredded by the Greens and stripped of powers: it’s nothing personal Brian

THE opposition are now in charge in Dáil Éireann. That’s the immediate outcome of the Green Party action yesterday afternoon. Without the junior partner in Government, Fianna Fáil does not have the numbers to do anything without prior opposition permission.

Mon, 24 Jan, 2011