Madam, - I believe we should all rejoice that the established tradition of our elected representatives going abroad to attend St Patrick's Day parties continues.
In the past when we were poor we could only have a dim vision of dancing at the crossroads, but now we can send forth our emissaries to lead the dancing at the crossroads of the world. Is not that a great contribution to world peace?
And is it not a matter of regret that the White House party will be a subdued affair this year? - Yours, etc.,
COLM DE BARRA, Ballintlea North, Sixmilebridge, Co Clare.