Irish Ambassador Collins

It’s interesting covering dignitaries because you often don’t know what kind of access you’ll be given. These assignments are usually short in duration and long in restrictions. In this case, however, I was pleased to have a couple of days with Ambassador Michael Collins, and few guidelines.

Collins, Ireland’s Ambassador to the United States, was visiting Colorado business and educational institutions to foster cultural and economic ties; good enough. His engaging personality and friendly manner make him easy to spend time with, no doubt qualities that aided his successful negotiations during the 2001-2007 Northern Ireland Peace Process. I’d welcome another visit!

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