The youth wing of Sinn Féin will be undertaking the canvass to assist in getting the youth vote out to win a historic three Assembly Seats for the party and increase their number of Councillors.
Enniskillen Sinn Féin Candidate Ciarán May said,
“This year is a very significant year for republicans, as it marks the 30th Anniversary of the 1981 Hunger Strike. Fermanagh South Tyrone is synonymous with that defining moment in Irish history as it was the area that demonstrated to the world the support that existed for the republican prisoners and it was a new departure for republicans into elections.”
“The youth canvass will be taking place on the 9th of April, 30 years to the day that Bobby Sands was elected as our MP; the elections on May 5th will fall on his death. For many reasons the Hunger Strikers provide endless inspiration and motivation to us to continue our momentum to a new and free Ireland, they put all our lives and struggle in perspective. The recent election of 14 Sinn Féin TDs in the southern elections, and the anticipated Sinn Féin success on May 5th has only been made possible by the sacrifice of the Hunger Strikers and our patriot dead. They are our motivation for bringing about necessary change and providing strong leadership for all communities.”
If you would like to help with the youth canvass contact Padraig on 07834592880.
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