Catherine Connolly says she will seek to become Ireland's next president: 'I was taken aback by the support I received'
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Mairead Connolly was surprised by the overwhelming support she received from people nationwide while contemplating her presidential candidacy. She emphasized that her decision was not impulsive and reflected on the encouragement from the public. Connolly, an independent candidate, articulated her vision for the presidency and her commitment to inclusivity, leveraging her professional background as a clinical psychologist and barrister. Meanwhile, Mairead McGuinness declared her candidacy representing Fine Gael as the first official nominee in the ongoing presidential race, with other parties considering their positions on potential candidates.
"I was taken aback by the support I received, I wasn't expecting that level of support from people across the country, in English and Irish," she said speaking in Irish.
"I will give an ear to everyone, I worked as a clinical psychologist for seven years, and then I worked as a barrister. From that experience I can hear everyone's opinion."
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