CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2021
| Author | Lynagh-Petersen, Faber |
|---|---|
| Title | The Enduring Influence of Ethnonationalist Conflict: How the Memory of Northern Ireland's Past is Employed in the Political Realm |
| Summary | Conflict resolution has clear goals of lasting peace, though even states with successful legislative resolutions to violence and unrest can face a resurgence of tensions of the nature experienced in the past. The Good Friday Agreement effectively ended three decades of intense violence in Northern Ireland, though the collective memory of the harrowing events that occurred are pervasive in social and political life. References to the Troubles have often characterized Northern Irish politics, but a resurgence in tension could be expected after the announcement of Brexit. This research uses discourse analysis and comparison of party manifestos and speeches to understand how the narratives of key Northern Irish political parties had changed once Brexit negotiations were underway. A resurgence of identity disputes and ethnonational references after Brexit highlight the fragility of post-conflict societies, namely when a tumultuous political event threatens stability. The role of collective memory in politics is a powerful and dynamic force in harnessing and retaining support, especially during times of volatility. |
| Supervisor | Jenne, Erin |
| Department | International Relations MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2021/lynagh_faber.pdf |
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