Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I had the privilege to sign this treaty on 2 March. The chairman of the independent Referendum Commission has made it perfectly clear for Deputy Adams and all of his party. All Sinn Féin wants to do is cause as much protest as it can around the country. I meet many of its members in various locations. I have seen some of them on a regular basis and have got to know them very well, and am always guaranteed a noisy and warm reception. I have no problem with peaceful protest which is perfectly legitimate.

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