New bust of peace process mediator George Mitchell unveiled in Belfast Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Sir Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern were among those who attended the ceremony at Queen’s University. The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Bill Clinton reunited with hotel concierge he first met in the 1990s The Europa Hotel celebrated his stay by naming a suite after him and his wife Hillary. The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Good Friday Agreement changed history, Mitchell tells anniversary event Political leaders, past and present, are addressing a major conference in Belfast, 25 years after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement. The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Good Friday institutions need to be worked to secure their future – Blair A number of political leaders, past and present, are gathering in Belfast for a conference to mark 25 years since the peace agreement. The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Clinton, Blair to mark Northern Ireland peace milestone Former U.S. President Bill Clinton and past leaders of the U.K. and Ireland are gathering in Belfast on Monday, 25 years after their charm, clout and determination helped Northern Ireland strike a historic peace accord The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Anniversary events can help restore powersharing at Stormont, says Martin Micheal Martin spoke as political leaders from the Good Friday Agreement era prepared to participate in a major three-day conference in Belfast. The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2023
Bill Clinton arrives in Belfast for 25th anniversary of Good Friday agreement Ex-US president to attend three-day Northern Ireland conference alongside host of high-profile figures The Guardian - UK · Apr 16, 2023
Sunak to return to Belfast as Good Friday Agreement commemorations continue It will be the Prime Minister's fifth visit to Northern Ireland since taking office Belfast Live · Apr 15, 2023
Bill Clinton to return to Derry for event to honour John Hume and David Trimble 42nd President of the United States to return to the city he brought to a standstill in the 1990s Belfast Live · Apr 14, 2023
Northern Ireland's transformation Twenty-five years ago, I, along with Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, US President Bill Clinton, and the leaders of Northern Ireland's four main political parties, presented what became known as the Good Friday Agreement (GFA). That accord resolved a conflict that had caused thousands of deaths and untold grief and… Bangkok Post · Apr 12, 2023
Myth of US individualism and inequality “Often we think that if we are not happy, it’s our problem, and we just have to show more grit" Salon · Apr 12, 2023
‘Huge honour’: Ireland breaks out the bunting for Joe Biden US president given rapturous welcome despite bad weather as he begins celebration of his Irish heritage The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2023
Look back at some of Chicago’s other Democratic National Conventions The list famous figures who have been nominated in Chicago is impressive — including many who did not win. Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 12, 2023
Biden issues second veto of his presidency Welcome to the Wednesday, April 12, Brew. Ballotpedia · Apr 12, 2023
Tribune News Service · Apr 12, 2023 Carl P. Leubsdorf: A spoiler alert for the 2024 presidential race Throughout modern American history, opponents of the two major parties have sought to shake up the political system by creating so-called third parties to give voters an alternative to the Democrats and Republicans.
Los Angeles Times · Apr 12, 2023 Commentary: Americans say they’re sick of the major parties, but they don’t vote that way It’s the year before a presidential election, which means it’s once again time for a group to call for a unity ticket of a Democratic and a Republican for president and vice president or for an independent candidate to avoid the dysfunction of the parties entirely.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2023 Wednesday briefing: Why Joe Biden’s visit to Ireland and Northern Ireland matters In today’s newsletter: The ‘most Irish president since Kennedy’ embarks on a visit to mark 25 years of the Good Friday Agreement – and to influence the region’s politics
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 11, 2023 Chicago holds the record for hosting the most political conventions — view the complete list The city’s long history of hosting conventions began in 1860 with the nomination of Abraham Lincoln. This will be the 26th political convention held in Chicago.
Capital & Main · Apr 11, 2023 Held Down by Our Bootstraps Author Alissa Quart says the myth of American individualism is a poor excuse for inequality.
The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2023 Democrats pick Chicago to host 2024 convention Democrats have chosen Chicago to host their 2024 national convention
The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2023 AP source: Democrats pick Chicago to host 2024 convention Democrats have chosen Chicago to host their 2024 national convention
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 11, 2023 Chicago to host 2024 Democratic National Convention The convention, to run Aug. 19-22, 2024, is expected to draw up to 50,000 visitors to Chicago, which last hosted Democrats in 1996.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 11, 2023 Biden says keeping Good Friday and Windsor agreements in place are main priority as he flies to Belfast – as it happened This blog is now closed.
Los Angeles Times · Apr 11, 2023 Commentary: How can Democrats win the culture wars? Look to Newsom’s red-state tour The national Democrats may finally have found their champion in the culture wars: California Gov. Gavin Newsom. His recently announced appearances in Southern red states, the “Campaign for Democracy” mark a significant tactical turn for Democrats, whose hesitancy to engage on cultural issues has frustrated the governor.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 11, 2023 ‘We haven’t a clue if he’s coming here’: Joe Biden’s whistle-stop Irish tour shrouded in secrecy Logistical, political and security challenges mean few details of the US president’s trip have been confirmed, but anticipation is mounting in several locations