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Candidates for President....
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And the candidates are:
Michael Flatley (67) to be confirmed yet
Independent TD Catherine Connolly (68)
Fine Gael TD Mairead McGuinness (66)
What's your opinions?
They're all in their late sixty's..... I guess they'll have life experience but is it not too old to be running for President!? I know Michael D Higgins was 70 and he did a great job tbf!!
Do we want another elderly president?
Do you think the Irish Parliament will nominate Michael Flatley to run for the President? What do you think of Michael Flatley, love him/hate him? If you dislike him, why do you dislike him?
Please play nice, it's a discussion not an excuse to row about it!! |
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Can we not get someone younger |
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It's McGuinness to lose really.
Look, there is lots to admire about Flatelys achievements, but he's a bit of a tit!
I put Conolly in the same box as Roderic O'Gorman..I just don't trust them, at all!! |
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€350.000 salary on taxpayers no need for president of ireland we could get a lot of bike sheds over their term in office  |
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Flatley is a non starter. A great dancer in his day but not up to the standard set by the recent incumbents, Mary Robinson, Mary Macalease, & Michael D.
Mc Guinness or Connolly very different political backgrounds but either would do a good job. |
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I'm hoping Bertie or McGregor goes for it, I'm not a fan of either but it'll make for a very interesting race |
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By (user no longer on site) 45 weeks ago
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I would have loved Senator Norris to be President when he was younger, The Man is full of Class & Charisma & would have been an excellent President of Ireland
Tbh I don't want any of the contenders right now |
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"I'm hoping Bertie or McGregor goes for it, I'm not a fan of either but it'll make for a very interesting race "
Bertie is still in talks isn’t he! McGregor won’t even be considered!
Apprently Panti has been approached again!! If that happens there’s my vote |
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By *ermbiMan 45 weeks ago
Ballyshannon |
I don't think Flatley has the support for it. McGuinness is well known and respected. Not sure if Berties health is up to it |
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Marie Geoghan Quinn is in talks to! It’s going to be a strange one though if we only have 2/3
Tony Holohan is another but no thanks  |
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"Marie Geoghan Quinn is in talks to! It’s going to be a strange one though if we only have 2/3
Tony Holohan is another but no thanks "
I found MGQ a strange one. There are not many under 40 that ever heard of her, never mind remember her.
She is a long time out of the game! |
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"Marie Geoghan Quinn is in talks to! It’s going to be a strange one though if we only have 2/3
Tony Holohan is another but no thanks
I found MGQ a strange one. There are not many under 40 that ever heard of her, never mind remember her.
She is a long time out of the game!"
That’s a very fair point but do many younger people vote in the Presidential one really! She’s one I always liked when I was younger
I do hope we start getting a few more names popping up |
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"Marie Geoghan Quinn is in talks to! It’s going to be a strange one though if we only have 2/3
Tony Holohan is another but no thanks
I found MGQ a strange one. There are not many under 40 that ever heard of her, never mind remember her.
She is a long time out of the game!
That’s a very fair point but do many younger people vote in the Presidential one really! She’s one I always liked when I was younger
I do hope we start getting a few more names popping up "
When I was a kid, I knew the man that used to right her speeches and prep work, he was a wonderful character! |
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I’d say he got some stories haha |
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By *og-ManMan 45 weeks ago
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Thinks its Sinn Feinn's to lose if they pick Mary Lou or Gerry Adam's to run |
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"Thinks its Sinn Feinn's to lose if they pick Mary Lou or Gerry Adam's to run "
I'd say they're weighing up the risk/reward for running Mary Lou.
If she lost, it would definitely have consequences for the wider party. |
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By *ezoMan 45 weeks ago
The Kingdom |
"Can we not get someone younger "
Me impersonating Thanos: "Fine, I'll do it myself"
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"Thinks its Sinn Feinn's to lose if they pick Mary Lou or Gerry Adam's to run "
If people didn’t trust them to run the country they won’t for the president! She would need to step down first I think!
She would be a brilliant Tasioach! It be a waste going for this! Gerry Adam’s would be some statement!! |
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By (user no longer on site) 45 weeks ago
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"I'm hoping Bertie or McGregor goes for it, I'm not a fan of either but it'll make for a very interesting race "
Awh I'd love Bertie to be President, I wonder will he put his name forward |
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"I would have loved Senator Norris to be President when he was younger, The Man is full of Class & Charisma & would have been an excellent President of Ireland
Tbh I don't want any of the contenders right now"
Me too! I was gutted when he dropped out last time.
Flatley is unlikeable, he is a no.
McGregor is a national embarrassment.
McGuinness maybe.
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By *astelloWoman 45 weeks ago
Far far away |
I would love to see a female president this time around. I wish more would go forward. Miriam O Callaghan well versed and plausible.
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Michael flatley seems so random lol. |
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By (user no longer on site) 45 weeks ago
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Someone to represent Ireland on the global stage, politically and culturally.
Tommy Tiernan comes to mind.
The current President of the GAA gave a few rousing speeches recently, he wouldn't be a bad shout.
Unfortunately we will get some cunt |
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It would be lovely to have a female president this time round but I'm not keen on Catherine Connolly and Mairead McGuinness. Mairead McGuinness would be the better of the 2...... |
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Connelly would be the best of a bad bunch. Not a fan of some of her policies (pro Russian and pro assad) but miles better then McGuiness (another FG/FF crony in my opinion) the yank shouldn't even come into the discussion |
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By *oo32Man 45 weeks ago
tipperary |
Mairead mc Guinness will have a big shout
After that probably mary lou
Michael flately might get the go ahead but I don't think he'll get anywhere |
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"I would love to see a female president this time around. I wish more would go forward. Miriam O Callaghan well versed and plausible.
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God no, please, nooooo!!! |
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By *ommando4Man 45 weeks ago
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"I would love to see a female president this time around. I wish more would go forward. Miriam O Callaghan well versed and plausible.
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Genuinely ? |
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The last 3 President have done us proud.
Not sure who will get the gig. The FF are trying to get Deirdre Heenan to enter race. She could be a good choice. The blueshirts would love to win the President. |
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By *man1044Man 45 weeks ago
North Galway |
You need to have a bit of mileage up to be Pope so i guess its no harm if you going for the Aras. The money is good and i guess the pension is as good. |
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Wouldn't be into politics just curious when people praise our current president I wonder what have I missed or what has he achieved for ireland ? |
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By *og-ManMan 45 weeks ago
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"I would love to see a female president this time around. I wish more would go forward. Miriam O Callaghan well versed and plausible.
Genuinely ?"
All I hear is Mario Rosenstock saying that |
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I nominate Bog-Man better than any of the above and a bit of craic too |
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"Wouldn't be into politics just curious when people praise our current president I wonder what have I missed or what has he achieved for ireland ?"
He was a great ambassador for Ireland, he showed great decorum representing this country!!! |
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"Wouldn't be into politics just curious when people praise our current president I wonder what have I missed or what has he achieved for ireland ?"
It's not a position of achievement it's a position of representation both in local communities and internationally. He's done this with grace, respect, integrity and good humour. I'm proud of him |
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"I nominate Bog-Man better than any of the above and a bit of craic too "
I heard he was taking over the role on a national radio station. |
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"Wouldn't be into politics just curious when people praise our current president I wonder what have I missed or what has he achieved for ireland ?
It's not a position of achievement it's a position of representation both in local communities and internationally. He's done this with grace, respect, integrity and good humour. I'm proud of him "
That's it exactly!!! 💯 |
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By *og-ManMan 45 weeks ago
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"I nominate Bog-Man better than any of the above and a bit of craic too
I heard he was taking over the role on a national radio station. "
Good afternoon to you |
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By *indenMan 45 weeks ago
Naas which is South West of Dublin |
"I nominate Bog-Man better than any of the above and a bit of craic too
I heard he was taking over the role on a national radio station.
Good afternoon to you "
Welcome to the Bog line…. |
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By (user no longer on site) 44 weeks ago
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Regardless of all the nominations here on Fab, Mirriam O' Callaghan, but she has said,...."no I'd never go for President"
I would vote for her 👍 |
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"Regardless of all the nominations here on Fab, Mirriam O' Callaghan, but she has said,...."no I'd never go for President"
I would vote for her 👍"
No, she's better off with her chat show, she's good at it!! |
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"Regardless of all the nominations here on Fab, Mirriam O' Callaghan, but she has said,...."no I'd never go for President"
I would vote for her 👍"
She wouldn't be who I'd like to be president. I can't even give a proper reason why. Think she is better off doing what she is doing at the moment. |
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I'd love Jarlath Burns to throw his name in the hat. Mairead McGuinness is another I would vote for. |
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By *rishathMan 44 weeks ago
leitrim. Cavan |
Liam Cunningham. Presidents need to have high morals and ethics. And compassionate. It's not a political role but more representative. |
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By *og-ManMan 44 weeks ago
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If it was an older politician I'd go for Enda Kenny
My fantasy president would be Bono
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By (user no longer on site) 44 weeks ago
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"Liam Cunningham. Presidents need to have high morals and ethics. And compassionate. It's not a political role but more representative."
He's too sexy, he'd have women throwing their knickers at him when he gave speeches 😂😂 |
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"Liam Cunningham. Presidents need to have high morals and ethics. And compassionate. It's not a political role but more representative.
He's too sexy, he'd have women throwing their knickers at him when he gave speeches 😂😂"
Ha ha ha!!! |
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By *oo32Man 44 weeks ago
tipperary |
It's more than likely going to be a woman/lady as our next president |
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By (user no longer on site) 44 weeks ago
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"Can we not get someone younger "
Anyone younger wants to stay on the politial gravy train for as long as they can. |
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By *rRiosMan 44 weeks ago
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"If it was an older politician I'd go for Enda Kenny
My fantasy president would be Bono
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Genuinely think Daniel O’Donnell would be a good one |
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"If it was an older politician I'd go for Enda Kenny
My fantasy president would be Bono
Genuinely think Daniel O’Donnell would be a good one "
I like Daniel too |
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"If it was an older politician I'd go for Enda Kenny
My fantasy president would be Bono
Genuinely think Daniel O’Donnell would be a good one "
No, just no!! |
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I think Katie Taylor would be a great future president. A legend of the sport and a great ambassador for Ireland . Definitely should be a contender for the future |
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"If it was an older politician I'd go for Enda Kenny
My fantasy president would be Bono
Genuinely think Daniel O’Donnell would be a good one
No, just no!! "
Ah but he's so lovely |
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"If it was an older politician I'd go for Enda Kenny
My fantasy president would be Bono
Genuinely think Daniel O’Donnell would be a good one
No, just no!!
Ah but he's so lovely "
He'd probably sing a song after every speech he has to make!!!   |
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By *indenMan 42 weeks ago
Naas which is South West of Dublin |
I see Mairead McGuinness is to withdraw from the presidential election race on health grounds. |
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There be very few left it’s going to be a boring one |
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By *og-ManMan 42 weeks ago
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Would like Brendan Gleeson to go for it |
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Perhaps someone born outside Ireland, but who is now an Irish citizen, would be a good agreed candidate. Take the presidential race outside of the influence of the political parties. Proper separation of powers.
It would show the world what a modern, open and inclusive society looks like.
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"I see Mairead McGuinness is to withdraw from the presidential election race on health grounds."
They were really emphasising her health on the news this evening! Must have had soundbites from a dozen people!
So she's either been diagnosed with something extremely serious, or it's hard cover for her not being arsed when push came to shove. Years farting around in Brussels does that to people! |
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By *aid backMan 42 weeks ago
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I think it should be random. Everyone of good standing is in a draw and the winner is president for 2 years. Rinse and repeat |
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Who really cares, it’s a figurehead with no real power, actually a retirement gift to old politicians with a public profile. I think someone like Gabriel Byrne or Daniel o Donnell could do a brilliant job and be less embarrassing than a useless politician who is just after the pay package |
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Surely Kneecap could do a trio presidency ! |
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Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
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By (user no longer on site) 42 weeks ago
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If he was younger Eamonn Dunphy. Not afraid to speak his mind and call people out.
In an ideal world Roy Keane or Ronan O'Gara both box office characters.
As usual, nothing exciting with the actual candidates |
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By *og-ManMan 42 weeks ago
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"Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
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Very odd the way all the newspapers are having a go at him already
Some of the stuff he's accused of seems very normal for companies |
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"Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
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I think she'd be an absolute dose of a President! I can't warm to her at all. I put her in the Stephen Donnelly, Roderic O'Gorman camp..I just don't trust them!
Would love to see someone like Sarah McInerney or Claire Byrne run for it. |
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"Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
Very odd the way all the newspapers are having a go at him already
Some of the stuff he's accused of seems very normal for companies "
He came out of nowhere!
Some media feel threatened by anybody running for President that's not from the political theatre.
If your from private enterprise you're going to get particular hate from some corners of Presss and RTÉ. |
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By (user no longer on site) 42 weeks ago
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"Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
Very odd the way all the newspapers are having a go at him already
Some of the stuff he's accused of seems very normal for companies
He came out of nowhere!
Some media feel threatened by anybody running for President that's not from the political theatre.
If your from private enterprise you're going to get particular hate from some corners of Presss and RTÉ."
Personally Im suspicious of anyone who has no history of public service - whether that's politics, community sector or volunteerism. How can someone represent the people when they've never been out on the ground listening. It suggests to me they are in it for self-serving interests. |
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By *man1044Man 42 weeks ago
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There will be a few coming out of the long grass now that the field looks open.most of them we never heard of and hopefully they go back to where they came from. |
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By *oo32Man 42 weeks ago
tipperary |
Mary lou..maybe
Catherine connolly is likely
Bertie is a long shot but could do well
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By *ilderMan 42 weeks ago
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"Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
Very odd the way all the newspapers are having a go at him already
Some of the stuff he's accused of seems very normal for companies
He came out of nowhere!
Some media feel threatened by anybody running for President that's not from the political theatre.
If your from private enterprise you're going to get particular hate from some corners of Presss and RTÉ.
Personally Im suspicious of anyone who has no history of public service - whether that's politics, community sector or volunteerism. How can someone represent the people when they've never been out on the ground listening. It suggests to me they are in it for self-serving interests."
Agreed, he's also talking about housing as something he wants to act on. I mean go for the dail if you want, that's going to have more possibility to influence. Or get a job in the Construction industry federation etc. He has a hard job to convince me to vote for him. |
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Dustin the turkey would have my vote |
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"Catherine Connolly will stroll into the Aras if things go the way they are.
This Gareth Sheridan guy that's hoping to run now to has me perplexed. Totally came out of nowhere, his campaign is only starting but it just seems very odd or something.
Very odd the way all the newspapers are having a go at him already
Some of the stuff he's accused of seems very normal for companies
He came out of nowhere!
Some media feel threatened by anybody running for President that's not from the political theatre.
If your from private enterprise you're going to get particular hate from some corners of Presss and RTÉ.
Personally Im suspicious of anyone who has no history of public service - whether that's politics, community sector or volunteerism. How can someone represent the people when they've never been out on the ground listening. It suggests to me they are in it for self-serving interests.
Agreed, he's also talking about housing as something he wants to act on. I mean go for the dail if you want, that's going to have more possibility to influence. Or get a job in the Construction industry federation etc. He has a hard job to convince me to vote for him. "
Would have certain concerns over Sheridan.
Like, Connolly is part of that cohort of fools in this country that like to cosplay as "Comrades".
Whereas Sheridan is strongly linked to actual ones! |
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By (user no longer on site) 42 weeks ago
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Laura nolan |
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"Anyone younger wants to stay on the politial gravy train for as long as they can. "
It's the ultimate gravy train, Miggledee has drawn down about €5 million of a salary over the two terms in the role while living like a lord in the Aras.
Really hoping for someone credible to enter the race, a complete outsider like Mary McAleese would be a godsend in comparison to Comrade Connolly and the chancers seeking council nominations. |
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By (user no longer on site) 42 weeks ago
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It's the ultimate gravy train, Miggledee has drawn down about €5 million of a salary over the two terms in the role while living like a lord in the Aras.
How would you like our Head of State to live?
The Presidents income is probably less than the foppish ball chasers of the premier league get
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"It's the ultimate gravy train, Miggledee has drawn down about €5 million of a salary over the two terms in the role while living like a lord in the Aras.
How would you like our Head of State to live?
The Presidents income is probably less than the foppish ball chasers of the premier league get
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You missed the context of the post I replied to suggesting younger politicians wanted to hang around on the gravy train for longer.
If any of them thought they had a chance of winning, they'd be all over it. |
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By (user no longer on site) 42 weeks ago
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"It's the ultimate gravy train, Miggledee has drawn down about €5 million of a salary over the two terms in the role while living like a lord in the Aras.
How would you like our Head of State to live?
The Presidents income is probably less than the foppish ball chasers of the premier league get
You missed the context of the post I replied to suggesting younger politicians wanted to hang around on the gravy train for longer.
If any of them thought they had a chance of winning, they'd be all over it."
Oh did I.
I think it was the statement that Miggledy was 'living like a lord' got me riled up. I'm so proud and protective of that man, he's earned the elder statesman status imo.
Whoever takes the role is gonna have big little shoes to fill 😆 |
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By *iscuits8Man 42 weeks ago
Dublin / Meath / Birmingham |
All over the Catherine Connolly vote, me. A good sort 🤝 |
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By *ilderMan 42 weeks ago
dublin |
I think President Wilder really rolls off the tongue...
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Mark my words one of the Healy Raes are going to go for it someday  |
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Sure the president has no real say in anything but it is his job to make appearances and be told by the people what goes and what is not going on its just a face for the county, I will leave now before I get crucified |
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"Sure the president has no real say in anything but it is his job to make appearances and be told by the people what goes and what is not going on its just a face for the county, I will leave now before I get crucified "
It is true!! A President of Ireland is a face for this country!! Michael D represented our country well despite his height and his age!!! |
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By (user no longer on site) 41 weeks ago
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I'm Hoping Bertie Ahern Will Put Himself Forward For President, I would Vote For Him 👍 |
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"I'm Hoping Bertie Ahern Will Put Himself Forward For President, I would Vote For Him 👍"
I'd rather not have someone who's spend his whole career in the pocket of developers as president. |
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There is only one man for that job Paul McGrath,it's only a figure head job so who else but the rock at the back |
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We don’t need one in this country |
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By (user no longer on site) 41 weeks ago
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Garon noone |
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So, this absolute omnishambles concludes tomorrow.
I have always voted in every election, and will do so tomorrow. Thankfully it's of no real significance, because I've never been as disillusioned with Irish politics as I am now.
Question is, will you vote or just not bother with it? |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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Dustin has he turkey every time |
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I have a poor opinion of the2 candidates, the process and the state of Irish politics in general. But I will still vote. Sounds old fashioned and I’m not going to preach about it - but I think it’s our civic duty to vote.
In a pool of 2 poor candidates, I need decide which one is less poor a candidate than the other. Simple as that, in my view anyway. |
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No interest.
No clue who the candidates are or anything about them.
No dog in the race and can't vote even if I was interested. |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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"So, this absolute omnishambles concludes tomorrow.
I have always voted in every election, and will do so tomorrow. Thankfully it's of no real significance, because I've never been as disillusioned with Irish politics as I am now.
Question is, will you vote or just not bother with it?"
I'm gonna vote for Connolly to get a new photographer and PR team. |
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"I have a poor opinion of the2 candidates, the process and the state of Irish politics in general. But I will still vote. Sounds old fashioned and I’m not going to preach about it - but I think it’s our civic duty to vote.
In a pool of 2 poor candidates, I need decide which one is less poor a candidate than the other. Simple as that, in my view anyway. "
You are correct, it is our civic duty to vote. There are many people in the world who cannot vote or are told how to vote and we should vote. Also all this bollox of people saying they are voting Jim Gavin is stupidly because he won’t be elected and FF won’t allow him to take it. Also the people who say they are going to spoil their vote, go ahead is what I say but you can’t complain if you act the fuck with your vote. I saw a woman on some video giving out loads about the present government not being elected by the people, unfortunately, people went out and voted for the candidates and those that won, came together and formed a coalition. Therefore, they were elected. Mind boggles sometimes. |
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By *iscuits8Man 32 weeks ago
Dublin / Meath / Birmingham |
Happy to be casting a vote for CC tomorrow 👍 |
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"There is only one man for that job Paul McGrath,it's only a figure head job so who else but the rock at the back "
Exactly right, Paul would fit perfectly into that role.
Unfortunately, neither of the 2 candidates are far from ideal, the current selection of 2 is terrible, neither represent me. There will be plenty of spoiled votes, but one of those 2 old ladies will get the job !
It wont be easy having to look at and listen to one of those for the next 7 year term. Bertie would have been more suitable and thats saying alot.
Vote Dustin ! |
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As much as I love Paul Mcgrath and I really love Paul Mcgrath.
He would not be an ideal candidate for any public office.
I'll be voting for Connelly, neither candidate has exactly swept me off my feet, but she stands for all the same things as I do in the areas I value and has a great public service record.
Also I think I might actually vote for Dustin over Humphreys |
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"I have a poor opinion of the2 candidates, the process and the state of Irish politics in general. But I will still vote. Sounds old fashioned and I’m not going to preach about it - but I think it’s our civic duty to vote.
In a pool of 2 poor candidates, I need decide which one is less poor a candidate than the other. Simple as that, in my view anyway.
You are correct, it is our civic duty to vote. There are many people in the world who cannot vote or are told how to vote and we should vote. Also all this bollox of people saying they are voting Jim Gavin is stupidly because he won’t be elected and FF won’t allow him to take it. Also the people who say they are going to spoil their vote, go ahead is what I say but you can’t complain if you act the fuck with your vote. I saw a woman on some video giving out loads about the present government not being elected by the people, unfortunately, people went out and voted for the candidates and those that won, came together and formed a coalition. Therefore, they were elected. Mind boggles sometimes."
There is just no point discussing things with those who get the information from TikTok! I’ve seen one I know bang on and on about spoiling her vote and everything she’s commenting dyes copied and pasted from someone else!
That’s what you’re dealing with!! Spoil away if that’s how you see fit but don’t think your “sending a message” |
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By *affa31Woman 32 weeks ago
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As I saw one person put it, instead of spoiling your vote, do something equally as pointless like hoovering your front garden.
We don’t always get the candidates we want. It’s your responsibility to pick the candidate whose view align the most with yours (they’re never going to be 100% aligned) and vote for them.
Personally, I know I could never vote for someone who voted to seal mother and baby home records, voted against the ban on evictions during covid, supports fox hunting and hare coursing, wasn’t arsed to learn Irish while minister for the Gaeltacht and spent more of her campaign trying to tear down the other candidate rather than telling the public why she would make a good president.
Catherine Connolly isn’t perfect but she’s the best choice in this election in my opinion. |
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But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?  |
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"As I saw one person put it, instead of spoiling your vote, do something equally as pointless like hoovering your front garden.
We don’t always get the candidates we want. It’s your responsibility to pick the candidate whose view align the most with yours (they’re never going to be 100% aligned) and vote for them.
Personally, I know I could never vote for someone who voted to seal mother and baby home records, voted against the ban on evictions during covid, supports fox hunting and hare coursing, wasn’t arsed to learn Irish while minister for the Gaeltacht and spent more of her campaign trying to tear down the other candidate rather than telling the public why she would make a good president.
Catherine Connolly isn’t perfect but she’s the best choice in this election in my opinion. "
I was going to type something similar so I'll take the lazy option and just agree with you 💯
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession? "
Did you get that nugget from Facebook? Maybe find a more reliable resource for your facts rather than believing everything you read. |
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By *affa31Woman 32 weeks ago
Galway |
"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession? "
Do you understand the role of a barrister? |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession? "
How many TD's voted for vulture funds and are still in the Dail.
I'll vote against FGFF so it's an easy choice |
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?"
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind |
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By *oghunter33Woman 32 weeks ago
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind"
A barrister cannot choose freely which cases to take on and which not. There's the so called 'cab rank rule that they have to take on a case' if available and suitable. |
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Three on the ballot paper.
Two gobshites and one liar. |
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By *eturning MGMan 32 weeks ago
Mayo, Roscommon, Galway, Leitrim, Sligo....West Of Ireland |
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Three on the ballot paper.
Two gobshites and one liar. "
Only one liar???? I wouldnt be so sure about that. Not answering and lying are pretty similar to me. |
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I stand corrected.
I must admit I've not followed any tv debates but I've seen some soundbites.
I think the spoiled votes will be huge. |
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Apart from her anti Europe and pro Brexit sentiments, while stating that she is a committed European, her courting of Sinn Féin while adopting the populist approach of denouncing their terrorist forebears, nepotism regarding her former seat on Galway City Council, not having the unanimous support of the Labour Party, together with many other political shortcomings and the fact that she could actually have declined particular briefs as a barrister, Catherine will probably sit quietly in The Aras and cause no particular controversy as President.
Heather on the other hand might be more likely to be direct and outspoken and tell people to fu*k off if they got her on a bad day.
Tle dum or tle dee, as a replacement for Micky D.
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By *oghunter33Woman 32 weeks ago
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Three on the ballot paper.
Two gobshites and one liar.
Only one liar???? I wouldnt be so sure about that. Not answering and lying are pretty similar to me. "
Sure do not all politicians use the not-answering-the-question-tactics? |
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind
A barrister cannot choose freely which cases to take on and which not. There's the so called 'cab rank rule that they have to take on a case' if available and suitable."
It also allows a refusal under certain circumstances and I’m fairly sure, her moral compass would come under those circumstances if she wished. |
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By *oghunter33Woman 32 weeks ago
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind
A barrister cannot choose freely which cases to take on and which not. There's the so called 'cab rank rule that they have to take on a case' if available and suitable.
It also allows a refusal under certain circumstances and I’m fairly sure, her moral compass would come under those circumstances if she wished."
There's only three exceptions to the cap rank rule and personal morals isn't one. You might mix that up with conflict of interest which is one of those exceptions but refers to other clients you have represented and not your personal stand. |
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind
A barrister cannot choose freely which cases to take on and which not. There's the so called 'cab rank rule that they have to take on a case' if available and suitable.
It also allows a refusal under certain circumstances and I’m fairly sure, her moral compass would come under those circumstances if she wished.
There's only three exceptions to the cap rank rule and personal morals isn't one. You might mix that up with conflict of interest which is one of those exceptions but refers to other clients you have represented and not your personal stand. "
Not getting into a back and forth or argument with you. I was simply saying that under Rule 1.4 (f), she could refuse under ‘special circumstances’. Therefore we will agree to disagree my learned friend. |
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I have spent the last few weeks campaigning for Catherine and have cast my vote for her this morning! Looking forward to the count centre tomorrow now! Onwards and upwards!
Oh, and for anyone who thinks writing in a different name on the ballot paper and "voting" for that person sends a message... It really doesn't. Nobody has the time in a count centre to be reading your nonsense. Johnny or Mary sorting the papers have one job and that's to sort out which votes are valid and divide them between the candidates. The rest go in a separate pile. Sure, they're counted but reasons for spoiling aren't noted. Among them will be the fake candidates, the accidental two number 1s, the conspiracy theorists who use a pen indeed of a pencil and end up blotching the ink all over the paper when the folded paper is put in the box, and various other accidental spoilings. Nobody reads the messages. They're simply looking at the two candidate's names and a clear marking of preference. |
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By *affa31Woman 32 weeks ago
Galway |
"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind
A barrister cannot choose freely which cases to take on and which not. There's the so called 'cab rank rule that they have to take on a case' if available and suitable.
It also allows a refusal under certain circumstances and I’m fairly sure, her moral compass would come under those circumstances if she wished.
There's only three exceptions to the cap rank rule and personal morals isn't one. You might mix that up with conflict of interest which is one of those exceptions but refers to other clients you have represented and not your personal stand.
Not getting into a back and forth or argument with you. I was simply saying that under Rule 1.4 (f), she could refuse under ‘special circumstances’. Therefore we will agree to disagree my learned friend. "
Morals aren’t a special circumstance. If it was people accused of murder and SA would find it hard to get a barrister. |
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By *eturning MGMan 32 weeks ago
Mayo, Roscommon, Galway, Leitrim, Sligo....West Of Ireland |
Its like being asked to vote on getting a kick in the balls or a punch in the face....neither are exactly appealing. |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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What about Conor McGregor ....dont tell me he's not on the ballot
The main thing is to go out and use your right to vote |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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Its very easy to look this stuff up. Even the special circumstances exception doesnt provide carte blanche to a barrister to refuse a case.
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"But you will vote for someone who worked for the banks and evicted people from their homes during the recession?
Do you understand the role of a barrister?
It is not a misunderstanding of what a barrister is but it is she choose to take work ( which barristers do as they are self employed) from banks in debt recovery proceedings yet claims to be a politician of the left. Talking out of both side of her mouth is an analogy that comes to mind
A barrister cannot choose freely which cases to take on and which not. There's the so called 'cab rank rule that they have to take on a case' if available and suitable.
It also allows a refusal under certain circumstances and I’m fairly sure, her moral compass would come under those circumstances if she wished.
There's only three exceptions to the cap rank rule and personal morals isn't one. You might mix that up with conflict of interest which is one of those exceptions but refers to other clients you have represented and not your personal stand.
Not getting into a back and forth or argument with you. I was simply saying that under Rule 1.4 (f), she could refuse under ‘special circumstances’. Therefore we will agree to disagree my learned friend. "
The Bar Council clarified this on two occasions and said that she had no option to refuse those cases.
The minister for justice also stated this in the last week. |
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"I have spent the last few weeks campaigning for Catherine and have cast my vote for her this morning! Looking forward to the count centre tomorrow now! Onwards and upwards!
Oh, and for anyone who thinks writing in a different name on the ballot paper and "voting" for that person sends a message... It really doesn't. Nobody has the time in a count centre to be reading your nonsense. Johnny or Mary sorting the papers have one job and that's to sort out which votes are valid and divide them between the candidates. The rest go in a separate pile. Sure, they're counted but reasons for spoiling aren't noted. Among them will be the fake candidates, the accidental two number 1s, the conspiracy theorists who use a pen indeed of a pencil and end up blotching the ink all over the paper when the folded paper is put in the box, and various other accidental spoilings. Nobody reads the messages. They're simply looking at the two candidate's names and a clear marking of preference. "
If I hand draw my penis they will look though right?
Dont tell me ive wasted 20 years of voting |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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As far as I'm aware the minister for Justice once represented Gerry Adams in a case which proves the point about the cab rank rule |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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#spoilthevote |
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Of course she could have refused the legal work if she felt sufficiently strongly about her moral convictions. She would have run the risk of censure from the Bar Council and possible loss of earnings due to not being given future briefs but she decided to ignore her socialist inner voice and be complicit in the system.
Socialists have to eat too I suppose.
Heading out to vote now and still undecided....🤔
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"Of course she could have refused the legal work if she felt sufficiently strongly about her moral convictions. She would have run the risk of censure from the Bar Council and possible loss of earnings due to not being given future briefs but she decided to ignore her socialist inner voice and be complicit in the system.
Socialists have to eat too I suppose.
Heading out to vote now and still undecided....🤔
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If such a staunch FG supporter as yourself is undecided it says a lot about the calibre of the FG candidate. |
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"Of course she could have refused the legal work if she felt sufficiently strongly about her moral convictions. She would have run the risk of censure from the Bar Council and possible loss of earnings due to not being given future briefs but she decided to ignore her socialist inner voice and be complicit in the system.
Socialists have to eat too I suppose.
Heading out to vote now and still undecided....🤔
If such a staunch FG supporter as yourself is undecided it says a lot about the calibre of the FG candidate. "
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A rather wild assumption to suggest that I am a staunch supporter of any particular party. My political leaning would be very much in a left of centre direction....perhaps not as far left as CC but certainly much further left than HH.
Therefore my dilemma in casting my vote.
Those that vote for their preference and the many that decide not to vote or spoil their vote are passing equal judgement on the calibre or lack of it in the candidate that they do not support.
Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
The phrase Lame Duck comes to mind but as long as they are not too lame to walk out for the Presidential Salute on All Ireland Final day I'm sure the country will continue to function.
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By *oseredWoman 32 weeks ago
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"Of course she could have refused the legal work if she felt sufficiently strongly about her moral convictions. She would have run the risk of censure from the Bar Council and possible loss of earnings due to not being given future briefs but she decided to ignore her socialist inner voice and be complicit in the system.
Socialists have to eat too I suppose.
Heading out to vote now and still undecided....🤔
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She gave up her job to follow and represent her convictions. I think that's showing how strong she felt. |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get |
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"Of course she could have refused the legal work if she felt sufficiently strongly about her moral convictions. She would have run the risk of censure from the Bar Council and possible loss of earnings due to not being given future briefs but she decided to ignore her socialist inner voice and be complicit in the system.
Socialists have to eat too I suppose.
Heading out to vote now and still undecided....🤔
If such a staunch FG supporter as yourself is undecided it says a lot about the calibre of the FG candidate.
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A rather wild assumption to suggest that I am a staunch supporter of any particular party. My political leaning would be very much in a left of centre direction....perhaps not as far left as CC but certainly much further left than HH.
Therefore my dilemma in casting my vote.
Those that vote for their preference and the many that decide not to vote or spoil their vote are passing equal judgement on the calibre or lack of it in the candidate that they do not support.
Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
The phrase Lame Duck comes to mind but as long as they are not too lame to walk out for the Presidential Salute on All Ireland Final day I'm sure the country will continue to function.
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I was basing the FG thing on who you were saying you were voting for in the last election.
Not having the votes of the majority of the people doesn't say anything at all since no president has ever had the votes of the majority of people in Ireland and most likely never will. The most resounding victory ever was MDH in 2018 when he got 822,000 votes out of an electorate of 3.4 million. Only 1.4 million, 44% ish, voted though so I'm presuming you didn't consider him a legitimate president. |
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But Miss CC took payment from the Vulture funds for her rule at the end of the Celtic tiger, she worked for and got paid by the banks who evicted people & families without any conscious. That’s pretty low in my opinion , I can’t take her seriously.
The Eirigi situation can’t sit well with a lot of people either. |
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There is a poor choice. The FG candidate is very poor. Connolly is an unknown to me but I voted for her as she was not an FG candidate. |
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I reckon CC will win comfortably…pity the big parties blocked the council route for potential candidates … |
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"Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get "
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That's democracy working as it should.
However it doesn't change the fact that those elected may not have the support of the majority of the overall electorate.....and should always keep that in mind when performing there duties on behalf of all of the citizens of Ireland. |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get "
Luckily coalitions aren't allowed in the office of President. 😂
The FFG's will moan about CC's mandate based on turn out despite neither of them having a majority vote and having to give each other a reach around to stay in gov.
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"Of course she could have refused the legal work if she felt sufficiently strongly about her moral convictions. She would have run the risk of censure from the Bar Council and possible loss of earnings due to not being given future briefs but she decided to ignore her socialist inner voice and be complicit in the system.
Socialists have to eat too I suppose.
Heading out to vote now and still undecided....🤔
If such a staunch FG supporter as yourself is undecided it says a lot about the calibre of the FG candidate.
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A rather wild assumption to suggest that I am a staunch supporter of any particular party. My political leaning would be very much in a left of centre direction....perhaps not as far left as CC but certainly much further left than HH.
Therefore my dilemma in casting my vote.
Those that vote for their preference and the many that decide not to vote or spoil their vote are passing equal judgement on the calibre or lack of it in the candidate that they do not support.
Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
The phrase Lame Duck comes to mind but as long as they are not too lame to walk out for the Presidential Salute on All Ireland Final day I'm sure the country will continue to function.
I was basing the FG thing on who you were saying you were voting for in the last election.
Not having the votes of the majority of the people doesn't say anything at all since no president has ever had the votes of the majority of people in Ireland and most likely never will. The most resounding victory ever was MDH in 2018 when he got 822,000 votes out of an electorate of 3.4 million. Only 1.4 million, 44% ish, voted though so I'm presuming you didn't consider him a legitimate president. "
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I don't wish to undermine or devalue the principle of a secret ballot in political elections in Ireland but I am happy to say that I have voted in the past for candidates from most of the main political parties except Sinn Féin, Soc. Dems. and PBP-S and have also voted for non-party candidates. I voted no.1 for a Labour candidate in the last general election having canvassed door-to-door with him in my local area so the suggestion that if voted FG is incorrect.
As someone totally committed to the democratic process I absolutely accepted the legitimacy of MDH's election as I will the outcome of today's ballot.
But my assertion regarding the level of support for the successful candidate, whoever that may be, is still valid and will be clearly indicated by the numbers.
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None of them are fit to represent anything never mind a country. |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get
Luckily coalitions aren't allowed in the office of President. 😂
The FFG's will moan about CC's mandate based on turn out despite neither of them having a majority vote and having to give each other a reach around to stay in gov.
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Mehall giving Simon a reach around .....won't get that out of my head now ya fecker |
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"Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get
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That's democracy working as it should.
However it doesn't change the fact that those elected may not have the support of the majority of the overall electorate.....and should always keep that in mind when performing there duties on behalf of all of the citizens of Ireland. "
All they should keep in mind is that they were elected in good faith by the people who did exercise their voting rights, based on the platforms and policies they ran their campaigns on. |
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"Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get
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That's democracy working as it should.
However it doesn't change the fact that those elected may not have the support of the majority of the overall electorate.....and should always keep that in mind when performing there duties on behalf of all of the citizens of Ireland.
All they should keep in mind is that they were elected in good faith by the people who did exercise their voting rights, based on the platforms and policies they ran their campaigns on. "
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Once elected the president is meant to represent ALL of the people, whether they voted for them or not and even those who couldn't or didn't vote at all.
The alternative is more akin to a fascist dictatorship than democracy. Not something either candidate would wish to be associated with I'm sure, even the one with a penchant for a blue blouse.
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"Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get
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That's democracy working as it should.
However it doesn't change the fact that those elected may not have the support of the majority of the overall electorate.....and should always keep that in mind when performing there duties on behalf of all of the citizens of Ireland.
All they should keep in mind is that they were elected in good faith by the people who did exercise their voting rights, based on the platforms and policies they ran their campaigns on.
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Once elected the president is meant to represent ALL of the people, whether they voted for them or not and even those who couldn't or didn't vote at all.
The alternative is more akin to a fascist dictatorship than democracy. Not something either candidate would wish to be associated with I'm sure, even the one with a penchant for a blue blouse.
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Its a big leap from keeping the values and promises that got you elected to dictatorship and fascism.
While I understand its the Internet and people like to use hyperbole and inflammatory words because its easier to score points and garner attention that way.
Sometimes it's ok to just speak normally |
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I wonder with all these comments here. Did you actually vote ?? |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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I see what's happened today in the north strand
Man who complains about immigrants hits a woman who's protecting her kids from him while canvassing for Connelly
Then tries to attack Mary Lou
Hope he's arrested tonight
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"Because of the possible low turnout it is unlikely that whoever gets elected will have the support of the majority of the citizens of Ireland.
Has anyone ever got elected with the support of the majority of the citizens .....the majority of those that vote is all you can get
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That's democracy working as it should.
However it doesn't change the fact that those elected may not have the support of the majority of the overall electorate.....and should always keep that in mind when performing there duties on behalf of all of the citizens of Ireland.
All they should keep in mind is that they were elected in good faith by the people who did exercise their voting rights, based on the platforms and policies they ran their campaigns on.
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Once elected the president is meant to represent ALL of the people, whether they voted for them or not and even those who couldn't or didn't vote at all.
The alternative is more akin to a fascist dictatorship than democracy. Not something either candidate would wish to be associated with I'm sure, even the one with a penchant for a blue blouse.
Its a big leap from keeping the values and promises that got you elected to dictatorship and fascism.
While I understand its the Internet and people like to use hyperbole and inflammatory words because its easier to score points and garner attention that way.
Sometimes it's ok to just speak normally "
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Unfortunately the suggestion that someone elected as president in Ireland needs to only keep in mind those who actually voted for them and ignore the remainder of the citizen's wishes is flying in the face of democracy.....the alternative of which is fascism.....
Neither hyperbole or inflammatory, just plainly stating the facts.
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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Who would have imagined Godwin's law would hold true in a discussion about the Irish presidency.
I for one will welcome our new fascist overlord.
I hope she has a cute dog. |
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"Who would have imagined Godwin's law would hold true in a discussion about the Irish presidency.
I for one will welcome our new fascist overlord.
I hope she has a cute dog."
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One possible outcome is two black cats....no.1 and no.2.... Partly house trained for living in the Aras by the sound of it.
The other possibility is a blast of bullocks grazing with the deer in The Park. |
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"As I saw one person put it, instead of spoiling your vote, do something equally as pointless like hoovering your front garden.
We don’t always get the candidates we want. It’s your responsibility to pick the candidate whose view align the most with yours (they’re never going to be 100% aligned) and vote for them.
Personally, I know I could never vote for someone who voted to seal mother and baby home records, voted against the ban on evictions during covid, supports fox hunting and hare coursing, wasn’t arsed to learn Irish while minister for the Gaeltacht and spent more of her campaign trying to tear down the other candidate rather than telling the public why she would make a good president.
Catherine Connolly isn’t perfect but she’s the best choice in this election in my opinion. "
Nothing wrong with fox hunting, they need to be dealt with they cause havoc. It’s great craic too |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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"As I saw one person put it, instead of spoiling your vote, do something equally as pointless like hoovering your front garden.
We don’t always get the candidates we want. It’s your responsibility to pick the candidate whose view align the most with yours (they’re never going to be 100% aligned) and vote for them.
Personally, I know I could never vote for someone who voted to seal mother and baby home records, voted against the ban on evictions during covid, supports fox hunting and hare coursing, wasn’t arsed to learn Irish while minister for the Gaeltacht and spent more of her campaign trying to tear down the other candidate rather than telling the public why she would make a good president.
Catherine Connolly isn’t perfect but she’s the best choice in this election in my opinion.
Nothing wrong with fox hunting, they need to be dealt with they cause havoc. It’s great craic too"
Its great craic tearing a fox apart
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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Can't be the only one that feels a sense of pride walking into the polling station and glad I live in a democracy |
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What a shame that close on 60% of those who were eligible to vote didn't have the pride in our democratic process to be bothered to vote.
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Could the obvious voter complacency be an indicator of actual satisfaction with current government policy. Perhaps people weren't sufficiently motivated to exercise their franchise in a presidential election as a means of registering their dissatisfaction simply because they are satisfied with the status quo. This may be a logical explanation as to why a majority or eligible voters didn't use the opportunity to register a protest.
Who would have imagined that a majority of people in the country might be satisfied with how the place is being run.
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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I spoilt my vote because the main political parties set out to stop individuals from getting on the ballot. That's not democracy. And then FG started harping on about CC working for the banks but did everything in their power to stop reports of HH chasing people for money while working for the credit union, it just became a farce and an exercise in which side could throw the most mud |
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By *ermbiMan 32 weeks ago
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"I spoilt my vote because the main political parties set out to stop individuals from getting on the ballot. That's not democracy. And then FG started harping on about CC working for the banks but did everything in their power to stop reports of HH chasing people for money while working for the credit union, it just became a farce and an exercise in which side could throw the most mud"
And nobody cares if it's spoiled. You chose to let someone else speak for you. |
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By *ermbiMan 32 weeks ago
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"There is a poor choice. The FG candidate is very poor. Connolly is an unknown to me but I voted for her as she was not an FG candidate. "
You should have educated yourself on who they were and make an informed choice. Plenty of info around. Can't understand ludicrous comments like that |
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"I spoilt my vote because the main political parties set out to stop individuals from getting on the ballot. That's not democracy. And then FG started harping on about CC working for the banks but did everything in their power to stop reports of HH chasing people for money while working for the credit union, it just became a farce and an exercise in which side could throw the most mud
And nobody cares if it's spoiled. You chose to let someone else speak for you. "
Someone else always speaks for you |
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"I spoilt my vote because the main political parties set out to stop individuals from getting on the ballot. That's not democracy. And then FG started harping on about CC working for the banks but did everything in their power to stop reports of HH chasing people for money while working for the credit union, it just became a farce and an exercise in which side could throw the most mud"
What mud did CC throw?
If those individuals had gotten off their arses and got going on their campaigns in good time, they might have had some chance. If they couldn't get support from democratically elected councillors and TDs, that's democracy in action |
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"I spoilt my vote because the main political parties set out to stop individuals from getting on the ballot. That's not democracy. And then FG started harping on about CC working for the banks but did everything in their power to stop reports of HH chasing people for money while working for the credit union, it just became a farce and an exercise in which side could throw the most mud
What mud did CC throw?
If those individuals had gotten off their arses and got going on their campaigns in good time, they might have had some chance. If they couldn't get support from democratically elected councillors and TDs, that's democracy in action"
The couldn't get that support because the TD's and local representatives were told to not support anyone |
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Who gives an absolute shite about politics and the politicians! They're all fucking us over north south east and West why give them the time of day. Iv no respect for anyone who governs this country in the slightest. There all a bunch of crooks living there lavish lifestyles on the back of you the people who vote them...sure monkey see monkey doo |
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Also this ten year old girl who everyone has heard about recently. Where is all the same 3 profiles who call anyone racist if they stand up for whats happening in there country? Nah youl maybe find that same 3 profiles on 2moro spouting oh but it's ok if a person from here does it...... |
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"I spoilt my vote because the main political parties set out to stop individuals from getting on the ballot. That's not democracy. And then FG started harping on about CC working for the banks but did everything in their power to stop reports of HH chasing people for money while working for the credit union, it just became a farce and an exercise in which side could throw the most mud
What mud did CC throw?
If those individuals had gotten off their arses and got going on their campaigns in good time, they might have had some chance. If they couldn't get support from democratically elected councillors and TDs, that's democracy in action
The couldn't get that support because the TD's and local representatives were told to not support anyone "
TDs and local representatives were largely elected as party reps. It's not a surprise to anyone that parties make their own rules on these things. It's not the responsibility of parties to support candidates to oppose them. |
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"Also this ten year old girl who everyone has heard about recently. Where is all the same 3 profiles who call anyone racist if they stand up for whats happening in there country? Nah youl maybe find that same 3 profiles on 2moro spouting oh but it's ok if a person from here does it......"
Funny how those 'ten year old' girl activists aren't out protesting the vast majority of child sexual assault cases where the offender is a white Irish man. |
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"Who gives an absolute shite about politics and the politicians! They're all fucking us over north south east and West why give them the time of day. Iv no respect for anyone who governs this country in the slightest. There all a bunch of crooks living there lavish lifestyles on the back of you the people who vote them...sure monkey see monkey doo"
Are we not supposed to pay politicians? Do you want it to be the preserve of the wealthy? |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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"Who gives an absolute shite about politics and the politicians! They're all fucking us over north south east and West why give them the time of day. Iv no respect for anyone who governs this country in the slightest. There all a bunch of crooks living there lavish lifestyles on the back of you the people who vote them...sure monkey see monkey doo"
But sure someone has to make decisions on how, where and why things get done. Politicians put up their hands and say I'll do it, vote for me and we get to decide who. laws protect it from corruption. that's democracy, open to criticism like everything but fair enough overall. Whats your alternative? |
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"Who gives an absolute shite about politics and the politicians! They're all fucking us over north south east and West why give them the time of day. Iv no respect for anyone who governs this country in the slightest. There all a bunch of crooks living there lavish lifestyles on the back of you the people who vote them...sure monkey see monkey doo
But sure someone has to make decisions on how, where and why things get done. Politicians put up their hands and say I'll do it, vote for me and we get to decide who. laws protect it from corruption. that's democracy, open to criticism like everything but fair enough overall. Whats your alternative? "
You said it , anyone can go forward |
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It’s great to see votes spoiled, why vote for someone you don’t want to have representing you. |
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By *og-ManMan 32 weeks ago
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"It’s great to see votes spoiled, why vote for someone you don’t want to have representing you. "
Isn't not bothering to vote the same thing
Right wing entitled people who wanted a woman who'd put the clock back 50 years tonight will be delighted with themselves today in their little groups
But Catherine Connolly will still be the president |
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By *affa31Woman 32 weeks ago
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"It’s great to see votes spoiled, why vote for someone you don’t want to have representing you.
Isn't not bothering to vote the same thing
Right wing entitled people who wanted a woman who'd put the clock back 50 years tonight will be delighted with themselves today in their little groups
But Catherine Connolly will still be the president "
A woman who would’ve pulled a bottle of hand sanitiser from her €40k bag after shaking their hand.
Glad to see Catherine running away with it.
A lot of spoiled votes but they don’t mean anything. No one reads them, no one cares. You just wasted your time and vote if you spoiled it. They go into a pile with others who marked an X by mistake instead of a 1, along with all the other ways people spoil their vote by mistake. |
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By *oo32Man 32 weeks ago
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It's done now at least |
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