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Wonderful article Damian thank you. Margaret Buttimer was a hero in a sea of cowards and blind complicity. She was true to herself and her values. I never wore one either here in South Dublin, Compliance Central. Can totally relate to the sustained psychological struggle you outlined. Every entry to a store involved bracing yourself and being on the alert for abuse especially in the beginning. I could technically say I was exempt which I have some grounds for but she went beyond this. Truly brave. I hope in time she's recognised for the very brave woman that she is. Salt of the earth light of the world these brave souls. For me it was necessary to resolve that even though I was the only one in my area maskless I would remain true to myself and not bend the knee to nonsense.

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"I would remain true to myself and not bend the knee to nonsense."

Very good.

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Wow! Sending this one to MY mother! Horrible and inspiring.

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I just loved this article snd your smother even though I’ve never met her and I applaud Margaret for her bravery,beliefs determination as for the judge 🤬🤮

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Thank you for this. Soon the prisons will be empty of criminals and full of more people like this.

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would love to know where she is now

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what a fantastic woman. I am happy to read there are ladies like her. Has Ireland gone mad, too?

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