Race for the Aras: Catherine Connolly says she would not hire someone on list of sex offenders, while Heather Humphreys takes aim at response

"record has stood up for women"

"would not hire someone on the sex offenders list"

"not fit to be president"

"absolutely scared"

Independent TD Catherine Connolly would not hire someone on the sex offenders list. An interview on Wednesday generated sharp exchanges between rival presidential campaigns. Fine Gael accused Connolly of being 'not fit to be president'. Connolly countered that Fine Gael was 'absolutely scared' that she had momentum. The controversy centers on candidate comments about employment eligibility and public safety, campaign tactics, and perceptions of presidential suitability. The exchanges reflect heightened tensions in the presidential race and competing efforts to shape voter perceptions ahead of upcoming campaign events.

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