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ANGER! That is what I felt reading your essay. Also, OUTRAGE! I am of Irish descent, both of my great-grandparents on my mothers and my father's side came from Ireland. My mother had dual citizenship. I have always been proud of my heritage and love my Irish name. The Irish Dance is unique and beautiful and something I have enjoyed watching since I was a young girl. I am disgusted that any male would be allowed to participate as a "female" in this competitive dance, or in any competition for that matter. Just another heartbreaking story of how upside down this world has become. I am sad for the girls who were bumped, for all their hard work, for their deep dedication and also for their parents who sacrificed and supported their dreams - only to have them shattered. My fists are clenched!

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