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Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Micheal Martin endorses Jim Gavin as Fianna Fail's Aras candidate: 'best placed to represent the Irish people as President'

Jim Gavin seeks Fianna Fáil's nomination for president and receives endorsement from Taoiseach Micheál Martin and several senior ministers amid multiple other candidates.
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fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Fianna Fail MEP Billy Kelleher refuses to rule out Aras run - as former Dublin manager Jim Gavin 'has Taoiseach's backing'

Billy Kelleher has not ruled out a presidential run after being approached by party colleagues; Jim Gavin reportedly has Taoiseach Micheál Martin's support.
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fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Oliver Callan: Based on recent history, there is a surefire way to win our 'best-paid, do-nothing job'

The Irish presidency is largely ceremonial, with minimal responsibilities, generous pay, and near-certain re-election for incumbents.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Mairia Cahill: Sorry, Michael Flatley - we need a president who understands politics

The Irish president's role is political, not party political, involving significant constitutional responsibilities.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Multi-millionaire pharma tycoon Gareth Sheridan (35) launches bid for Irish presidency

Gareth Sheridan, the Dublin-born businessman, emphasized the essential need for younger representation in the upcoming Irish presidential election, sharing his inspiration rooted in family values and community responsibility.
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fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Former MEP Mick Wallace won't rule out presidential bid - but 'certainly wouldn't run' if Catherine Connolly is on the ballot

Independent TD is the only candidate who could fill the presidential role like Michael D. Higgins.
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