``Nationalism is on the march,'' said Mitchel McLaughlin, Sinn
Féin's National Chairperson, when the first results of last
week's ground-breaking election in the Six Counties were coming
through. The historic election which saw Unionists lose control
of four councils confirmed the confidence among nationalists that
change is in the air. The days of Unionist domination are coming
to an end. Freedom and equality are on the march.
Buoyed by those results, Sinn Féin is now looking to make gains
in the 26 Counties. Sinn Féin candidates are reporting growing
support - they are optimistic that a real breakthrough for the
party will be confirmed when the votes are counted.
In particular, Sinn Féin Ard Chomhairle member Caoimhghín O
Caoláin is on course to be elected TD for Cavan/Monaghan.
6 County election results and analysis:
26 County election:
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