GAA refute misogyny in 'strongest possible terms'
GAA director general Tom Ryan says the organisation's commitment to integration remains "firm and absolute" in the wake of comments made by former Irish president Dr Mary McAleese.
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"I can't accept the idea that the missed target is a result of misogyny."
— Tom Ryan , Executive
"I would refute that in the strongest possible terms."
— Tom Ryan , Executive
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GAA director general Tom Ryan says the organisation's commitment to integration remains "firm and absolute" in the wake of comments made by former Irish president Dr Mary McAleese.
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