Poll shows young voters will elect Catherine Connolly president of Ireland - if they are motivated to vote
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Poll shows young voters will elect Catherine Connolly president of Ireland - if they are motivated to vote
"Rival Heather Humphreys trailing behind in pre-election poll, but over-65s back her Young voters are on course to send Catherine Connolly to Áras an Uachtaráin if they turn out at the polls today. New polling data shows the Galway woman has a massive lead over her rival among voters under 34. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest news"
"Young voters are on course to send Catherine Connolly to Áras an Uachtaráin if they turn out at the polls today. New polling data shows the Galway woman has a massive lead over her rival among voters under 34."
Catherine Connolly holds a substantial lead with younger voters in pre-election polling, particularly among those under 34, positioning her to win the presidency if youth turnout is strong. Heather Humphreys trails in the pre-election poll overall but continues to receive clear backing from voters aged over 65. Polling data reveals a significant generational split in support between the candidates. Voter turnout among young people is presented as potentially decisive for the outcome. A prompt invites joining the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel to stay up to date with the latest news.
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