McDonald Calls for Dialogue Amid Ireland Fuel Protests

0:00On April 9, protests over skyrocketing fuel prices have shut down roads and depots across Ireland and Sin Fine Leader Mary Lou McDonald is calling on the government to start talking to the demonstrators right away. Now on the third day, these blockades on motorways and in places like Dublin's O'Connell Street have brought traffic to a complete halt, frustrating. Drivers and businesses alike. McDonald's slammed any plans to ramp up tensions, stressing the need for real dialogue, respect and recognition of folks hardships instead of confrontation. She's speaking to both sides here saying no one wants the chaos from block streets to people camping out in tractors overnight under tough conditions. As these demonstrations drag on, the pressure is building for leaders to step up and find a way forward before things get worse.