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Date Posted: 07:15:29 06/09/25 Mon
Author: Time to get real
Subject: We have to stop pretending that Irish dance is something special. It’s no more interesting or special than other artistic or athletic endeavor.
In reply to: D.M. 's message, "Why Do We Continue... (read inside)" on 02:18:25 06/08/25 Sun

I know this is a harsh thing to say, but at the end of the day there are countless cultural activities that are no more and no less unique than Irish dancing. And I can guarantee you, these other cultural activities can be participated in at a fraction of the cost and with a fraction of the constant scandal and drama. There is no activity fully free from corruption, but Irish dance is beyond what should be tolerated.

Yes, I love Irish dancing, I love the rhythms and steps, but I also recognize that I would have loved any other dance form I decided to take up. Have you ever noticed how badly our TCs have to sell the idea that we’re doing something that is supremely unique and how we need to push through the scandal and continue dancing? They realize they have nothing that is truly that special to offer.

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