Poll shows Mairead McGuinness out in front for presidential race - but Bertie Ahern and Tommy Tiernan in the mix, too

Current polls reveal Mairead McGuinness and Senator Michael McDowell as the leading candidates in the race to succeed President Michael D Higgins, with significant public interest.

Despite the election being months away and no campaigning officially started, the public's response indicates a strong inclination towards McGuinness and McDowell, suggesting they represent key visions for Ireland.

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