@AdamLenson My line is seeing something and thinking “That is so fucking stupid” which is about 99% of the time on this app, ergo I don’t reply to much, which means this discussion does fall into the 1%
On this day in 1861, Mississippi leaves the Union. "Our position is thoroughly identified with the institution of slavery," the state's declaration of secession declares.
No Irish need apply: anti immigrant propaganda in the US & the UK
Out groups
Stereotypes
Dehumanised
Prejudice
Irish people portrayed as being dangerous, violent & unable to integrate due to cultural differences.
Today this continues to happen to refugees from other places
Bridges represent some of the greatest achievements of human engineering and architecture. Here are 12 of the most extraordinary:
1. Millau Viaduct, France (2004) - the world's tallest bridge.
On this day in 1814, a defeated Napoleon Bonaparte reluctantly signs the Treaty of Fontainebleau and agrees to go into exile. "The Empire of France, no more it is mine," he laments.
Spoiler alert: He'll be back.
In the aftermath of Ashling Murphy's tragic death we need to listen to the women who are part of our lives and reflect on what they share. Men need to take a good look at their attitudes, biases, and behaviours. We also need to look inwardly as an Association. #GAABelong