The tactics being rolled out by most politicians and commentators in favour of banning anti-abortion protests are clear: demonise your opponent.
A Donegal TD, Thomas Pringle, is being heavily criticised after he posted a Twitter message saying he “hates terfs” – a term feminists say is used to attack women who speak up against extremism from transgender activists. Deputy Pringle posted a tweet saying he “Loves Twitter. Hates Terfs”, and also included the hashtag #TransRightsAreHumanRights. Love twitter. […]