Labhrás Ó Murchú (Fianna Fail)

I support Senator Ryan's call for solidarity in support of a person whom most people believe is an icon of free speech and human rights. Those of us living in a democracy find it hard to understand why any regime would want to stifle the expression of free speech. Inherent in this arrest is a snub to our President. It is important that this Chamber takes the opportunity to find a mechanism of showing solidarity in this case.