Speech From The Throne

In the end it was all about the queen's speech, a simple expression of regret that struck a chord as a sincere expression of Queen Elizabeth II's desire to build a new relationship with Ireland.Her words, delivered without a politician's pizzaz or packaging, will long be remembered as a moment of glory for the aging monarch, who showed an uncanny knack for connecting with the Irish people during a four-day visit that ended Friday.She spoke at a state dinner Wednesday night, her diamond tiara sparkling, and her words captivated Ireland, sparking the tumultuous cheers that greeted her every time she appeared in public."To all those who have suffered as a consequence of our troubled past I extend my sincere thoughts and deep sympathy," she said. "With the benefit of historical hindsight, we can all see things which we would wish had been done differently or not at all."She did not apologize, as some had wished, but her simple, eloquent words were well received in Ireland, quoted time and ...

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