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#423 Does Living Abroad Mean Losing the Right to Vote?
In this episode, Niall asks: Should Irish citizens living abroad or in Northern Ireland have the right to vote in Irish elections?
Sinn Féin has put forward a motion to extend voting rights in presidential elections to Irish citizens overseas and in the North. Supporters say it would honour the global Irish community and reflect modern realities. Opponents argue that voting should be reserved for those who live, work, and pay tax in Ireland.
Some callers said voting must be tied to residency. They felt people living abroad are too disconnected from daily life in Ireland to influence decisions…
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