It was at the recent Edentubber commemoration that party president Gerry Adams announced his intention to stand in Co. Louth.
Many Ógra activists were present at the event which may very well be remembered as a significant turning point in Irish politics.
Speaking on the event, Cúige Uladh organiser Pádraig Quinn had this to say:
“This move unquestionably shows great direction and intent by the party, and comes at a time where real positive change and leadership is needed.
The southern electorate have been lied to time and time again by the Fianna Fáil/Green government, and as such they do not represent the Irish people.
Sinn Fein are a clear alternative to this failed government and with this continued momentum we have the possibility to make change that will ultimately benefit the island as a whole”.
During his announcement, Gerry also paid tribute to outgoing TD Arthur Morgan, stating:
I first met Arthur in Long Kesh in 1970s. He has been a committed republican for many years and has given impeccable service to Sinn Féin and to the people of County Louth, first as a Councillor and then as a TD
“Arthur played a key role in developing and delivering Sinn Fein’s peace strategy.
In recent years he has led Sinn Féin’s economic team in devising and implementing the party’s economic policy platform. He has been a vigorous opponent of the consensus for cuts argument being promoted by the government coalition and Fine Gael and Labour.
On behalf of Sinn Féin I want to express my deepest thanks to Arthur and his wife Marion”
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