David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We should call that out for what it is. I welcome the recent support of, and remarks by, certain religious figures who have called that out for what it is and expressed their disgust that in some instances people have used religion as an excuse for not helping people who badly need our help and support. I encourage more people from all spheres of society to call out such behaviour for what it is because we cannot allow it to take root here. There are very evil and dangerous forces trying to gain a foothold in our country. I ask all Senators to stand up, be brave and identify and condemn racism and intolerance at every opportunity. I commend the religious figures who have done so and ask that more people do so. We must start preaching about love, not hate. I thank Senators for their time.