O'Callaghan said, âIn Ireland, you'll make eye contact with the person you're passing and you'll say hello or nod to them. When I moved to New York, I found it extremely difficult to just continue looking at the floor. I felt so rude.â
Michael Fry emphasized the evolving perception of the Irish language as a cultural asset, highlighting a growing enthusiasm among people, particularly younger generations, to reconnect with it.
Mr. Ó Fearghaíl stated, "the new occupant of the chair must be fluent in Irish," reinforcing the importance of language proficiency in this role. This highlights a growing recognition of cultural identity among leadership candidates in Ireland.