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"Sinn Féin's Michelle O'Neill Makes History as First Nationalist Leader of Northern Ireland"

Sinn Fein Vice President Michelle O'Neill made history by becoming the first Irish nationalist leader of Northern Ireland, sharing power with deputy first minister Emma Little-Pengelly from the DUP. The return to government came after a two-year boycott by unionists over trade issues related to Brexit, and the U.K. government agreed to new changes to ease customs checks and provide funding for Northern Ireland's public services.

via NPR|

#good-friday-agreement #irish-nationalism #michelle-oneill

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"Northern Ireland's Historic Shift: Electing the First Irish Nationalist First Minister"

Northern Ireland is set to elect Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill as the Irish nationalist First Minister, marking a historic shift and a significant milestone in the region's political landscape. O'Neill's election is made possible by a compromise between Sinn Fein and its rival, the Democratic Unionist Party, which ended a boycott of the power-sharing government. This move signifies a shift to a new generation of more pragmatic Irish nationalists, but also places pressure on politicians to focus on addressing bread-and-butter issues rather than solely on the prospect of a united Ireland.

via Reuters UK|

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