Robinson awarded US honour


	Robinson awarded US honour

foxyarse

8-12-2009 4:17 PM

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"Throughout her career, in particular in her role as President of Ireland and as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and more recently through her work as founder of the Ethical Globalisation Initiative, Mary Robinson has been an outstanding advocate and champion for human rights and fairness for all.

"Irish people everywhere are very proud of her being honoured by this award and her many achievements during a distinguished career of advocacy," he added.

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8-12-2009 4:24 PM

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Her husband Nick is famous for biting fart bubbles in the bath

8-12-2009 4:26 PM

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When at home she often dresses up as a man and smokes a pipe.

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