Confession: ethnic clubs can unite a democratic community
Mike Murphy recounts his shift from opposing ethnic clubs to joining a diverse Venice Irish group. He recalls initial resistance to ethnic ties, then observes a welcoming, multinational membership and successful club projects led by a German-guided president. He concludes ethnic fraternities reflect Venice’s communal spirit and multicultural unity.
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