Show some humanity

THERE was some pondering lately on why so few women enter politics.

The answer might be partly explained in Tom Cooper’s letter (March 21) where he suggests that we all watch the spot to see if a defeated Mary Hanafin will in fact hasten back to her teaching career after Oireachtas leave.

On a human level, I would suggest to her that she take time out because regardless of what your politics is, it is not pleasant to lose your seat.

Perhaps Barack Obama will encourage us to stop beating up those who try and fail.

If Ireland is to be a land of opportunity perhaps we should start with a bit of humanity.

Rest, recover and try again is a good formula if things have gone wrong.

Caitriona McClean

Lucan

Co Dublin