Sir, – I don't agree with Hugh Gibney (October 7th) that there is no good reason why we should change our motto , "The obedience of the citizens produces a happy city ". Who are the citizens obeying? Shelley was more accurate, "The man of virtuous soul commands not, nor obeys". – Yours, etc,
MATTIE LENNON,
Blessington, Co Wicklow.
A chara, – I agree with Hugh Gibney. Some disinclination to accept rules and their enforcement – probably due to historical reasons in this country – displays effective contempt for good citizenship. It is damaging, antisocial and results in an unhappy city. – Is mise,
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S O’CUINN,
An Charraig Dhubh,
Átha Cliath.