Glinda the Good Witch's assertion that celebrated leaders aren't necessarily intelligent but popular suggests that public perception often outweighs knowledge or competency in politics.
The Irish general election campaign is reflecting a similar dynamic where the focus on a leader's popularity, like Fine Gael's Simon Harris, raises questions about actual capability.
Despite Fine Gael's satisfaction with their lead into the campaign, early signs indicate that Simon Harris's popularity might not translate to electoral success as expected.
The theory postulated by Glinda challenges the narrative that brains or knowledge are key to political success, emphasizing the role of image and public appeal.
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