'After my arrest, running for the Dail was a necessity': Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch on the election he almost won
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Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch has revealed intentions to establish a political party for the working class following his arrest in Spain. He describes his treatment during this period as shocking, which fueled his desire to contest for a Dáil seat. His belief in his innocence led him to question the motives of those orchestrating his arrest, feeling that they were threatened by him. His experiences as a candidate in the general election have influenced his views on political representation.
Gerry Hutch expressed that his arrest in Spain made him realize the need to run for office, stating, "running for office was not just an option, it was a necessity." He questioned the motivations behind his arrest, suggesting that he felt targeted and threatened.
Hutch described his experience in the general election and referred to his treatment as "shocking." He mentioned that this treatment prompted him to consider establishing a political party aimed at representing the working class.
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