Sir, - I accept, respect and understand the necessity for the Moriarty Tribunal, but a sense of proportion needs to be created.
C.J. Haughey brought in the hairshirt economy, the "seed" for the Celtic Tiger.
C.J. Haughey brought in an ingenious tax-break scheme that nurtured and nurtures creative people, artists and painters.
C.J. Haughey brought in the "bus pass" for the elderly.
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C.J. Haughey brought in the IFSC and Temple Bar.
In short, he did what he had to do to make Ireland a better place for this and future generations. I make no comment on his lifestyle - that's his business. - Yours, etc.,
Eugene O'Neill, Stillorgan, Co Dublin.