On Northern Politics

<p>The writings selected here are based mainly on talks and lectures delivered by Dr <strong>Norman Porter</strong> during the period 1994-1998. This period stretching from paramilitary ceasefires through to the signing and endorsement of the <strong>Good Friday Agreement</strong> represented the most promising in <strong>Northern Ireland</strong>'s history. </p><p><br></p><p>Norman Porter's advocacy of <strong>political change</strong> as reflected in these writings captured something of the period's promise. His advocacy also triggered fears and resistance forms of which are still discernible. The writings included in this book retain a surprising salience.</p>