Comment by Danny Alexander on January 26, 2014 at 11:04am

I thought I would inform everyone that I just read the IRISHCENTRAL.COM website and this very topic of sorts is on their fron page. I directed them to our discussion and would ask that each of you visit their site as well.

Good day!

Comment by Geraldine Callaghan on January 26, 2014 at 3:17pm

Very true Kathleen and we all need to be more aware of the insults and mockery. We need to push back and educate the ignorant. Yes, Danny I did check out IC and read that Christmas Tree Shops were very cooperate and sensitive to the issue.

Comment by Geraldine Callaghan on January 26, 2014 at 3:20pm

I propose we start a movement to have the month of March declared "Irish History and Culture" month. Is this a good idea?

Comment by Danny Alexander on January 26, 2014 at 3:33pm

Count me in!

Comment by Michael Quane on January 26, 2014 at 3:56pm

A "brilliant" idea, Geraldine. We should call on the media to get on board. If there are Black History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month, why not the Irish? The Irish Central article was very helpful I'm sure in fighting the negative variety items,and plaudits to the AOH for getting the ball rolling. I wrote to The Christmas Shops to tell them they made the right decision, ethically and financially.

Comment by jean kaniecki on January 26, 2014 at 4:15pm

March was declared IrishHeritage moonth by Harry Truman and each year the president issues a proclomation.  Each of us can workon this in our own communities

Comment by Lynette Burke on January 26, 2014 at 4:30pm

My G G Grandfather Dominic Burke and also other relatives were Irish and until recently I did not think much about this. I live in Australia we have a lot of silly stereotypes about us. When I first saw the poster I laughed but then when I really thought about it I saw it as derogatory. When I think of Ireland I think of friendly people with a good sense of humor and pride. I think of a lovely green countryside. My ancestors had to overcome a lot of things I think I get my strength from them and also my silly sense of humor. PS there are no Kangaroos hopping down the main road. Take Care Lynette

Comment by Geraldine Callaghan on January 26, 2014 at 4:34pm

Great Idea Jean. WildGeese members please share any ideas you have. Jean, I was not aware that Harry Truman had declared that. It would be great to revive it. Thanks.

Comment by Danny Alexander on January 26, 2014 at 4:54pm

If in fact Truman did declare March as Irish Heritage Month it seems none of us knew about this. I will research and see if in fact it already exists and perhaps all we would need to do is take it to, fly our flag and submit some pieces to the local media for inclusion into papers and perhaps other forms such as radio and TV.

Comment by Danny Alexander on January 26, 2014 at 4:59pm

Well, I looked and found on Wikipedia that yes indeed he did declare March as Irish-American Month. Not only he, but others that followed. I wonder why most of us have ever heard that?

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