Commentary
I was born and raised in the west of Ireland. I have fond memories of long evenings playing in the fields, weekend getaways to places such as Clare, Cork, and Donegal. I also have fond memories of watching my parents laugh with the neighbors, looking on as they engaged in some good old Irish banter. Sadly, though, those days are long gone. Banter is no longer permissible. Speech is no longer free. I’m no longer a proud Irish citizen. Here’s why. 
Today, the term “Orwellian” gets thrown around recklessly, with an increasing number of individuals using it to refer to something that they don’t particularly like. However, Orwell used the term in a very specific manner. It describes a political system that sees a government attempt to control every aspect of citizens’ lives, including the language they use….