“The basic policy of the British Government was that since the majority of people in Northern Ireland wished to remain in the United Kingdom, that was that. We asked what would happen if the majority wanted something else, if the majority wanted to see Irish unity.”
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John Hume
John Hume, a renowned Irish politician born on January 18, 1937, is best known for his pivotal role in the Northern Ireland peace process. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1998 for his efforts to promote peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland. Hume has been a key figure in the Democratic Unionist Party and has been instrumental in facilitating dialogue with various political and paramilitary groups in the region. more