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#743 Low Turnouts, Angry Voters, Socialist Surge , Is Ireland Broken?
Journalist Ben Scallan joins Niall to break down the dramatic results of the weekend’s by-elections and what they could mean for the future of Irish politics. From the rise of socialist support in Dublin to signs of a Green Party comeback, the conversation explores whether voters are sending a warning to the Government or simply becoming more disconnected from politics altogether.
Ben shares his experience speaking to voters on the streets during the campaign, where many people admitted they had little interest in the election. One person told him, “Not really, I’m not really following it,”…
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