Terrence O'Neill- Conclusion

What did O'Neill say about his attempts to heal divisions?

"I have tried to heal some of the deep divisions in our community."

‘I did so because I could not see how an Ulster divided against itself could hope to stand.’

What was O'Neill's view on Catholics and prosperity?

Believed they’d adopt Protestant lifestyles with good jobs/housing.

What was the main criticism of O'Neill's leadership?

He failed to deliver meaningful reforms.

What was O'Neill's ultimate failure?

Lost trust from both unionists and nationalists.

What was O'Neill's attitude toward unionist culture?

Struggled to connect with Orange Order.

What was O'Neill's attitude toward the Irish Republic?

Believed NI needed a new relationship with ROI.

What was the impact of the Lemass-O'Neill meetings?

Increased tensions within unionism, rise of Ian Paisley.

What was O'Neill's main economic achievement?

Attracted foreign companies like Michelin and DuPont.

What was the main criticism of O'Neill's economic policies?

High unemployment, especially in Catholic area

WHat did O’Neill say about catholics that was tone deaf?

‘It is frightfully hard to explain to Protestants that if you give Roman Catholics a good job and a good house they will live like Protestants….refuse to have 18 children’