Aoife Rooney: Michael D Higgins has been President for more than half my life - and I will really miss him
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Aoife Rooney: Michael D Higgins has been President for more than half my life - and I will really miss him
"This purveyor of the arts has been outspoken on racism, an ambassador for the Irish language and on the right side of history on key issues"
"Across the country today, people will be gearing up for busy bank holiday plans, hoping to slip away from work a bit earlier to get a head start on the weekend."
"Also on the agenda for today is the small matter of voting in our presidential election."
A purveyor of the arts has been outspoken on racism, served as an ambassador for the Irish language, and positioned themselves on the right side of history on key issues. Across the country, people prepare for a busy bank holiday, seeking to leave work early to begin the weekend. Early Halloween parties will take place and parents will enter the busy mid-term break. Voters will also head to the polls for the presidential election. Readers are invited to join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel to receive updates and stay informed about the latest news.
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