"It is absolutely shocking that anybody would choose to re-enact multiple incidents of sexual violence against women as 'entertainment' in a St Patrick's Day parade. This is an appalling failure of judgment that reflects the persistent minimisation of sexual violence and a misogynistic culture that facilitates it."
"Such a public display is an act of public grooming that normalises rape and sexual violence, and it is completely unacceptable that there was complicity in allowing this float to take part in the Ballinrobe St Patrick's Day parade."
"A member of the parade's organising committee said they were 'just as deflated and shocked' as the rest of the local community. Mary Jackson told RTÉ Radio 1's Liveline that the committee 'completely condemn any abuse, exploitation, or any form of violence against children'."
A float in the Ballinrobe St Patrick's Day parade featured depictions of sexual violence, including a person on a mattress being wrestled down, another in a cage with a sign referencing Prince Andrew, and individuals being chased while wearing wigs. Sweets were distributed to children watching. Rape Crisis Ireland's executive director condemned the display as shocking and described it as public grooming that normalizes sexual violence and reflects misogynistic culture. The parade's organizing committee expressed shock and stated they completely condemn abuse and exploitation. The committee noted that floats had not been required to register, but may reconsider this policy.
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