Reminder: Under Canada’s FPTP, Connolly wouldn’t have stood a chance
In Ireland, STV lets voters rank real choices and still be heard
Result? A president who reflects the people, not just big party machines
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Irish presidential election: Catherine Connolly on way to Dublin Castle after Heather Humphreys concedes

Independent candidate Catherine Connolly is on her way to Dublin Castle as counting continues.

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Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race After Reflection

No surprise. McGregor's whole run felt like a stunt, and the system’s rigged anyway. Why bother pretending?

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Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race After Reflection

Yeah, it’s like a perfect example of how the system is set up to keep the same old people in power. He might’ve stepped down, but the rules are still rigged to favor the establishment. Not surprising at all.

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Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race After Reflection

Conor McGregor, the former MMA fighter, has announced his decision to withdraw from the race for the Irish presidency. In a statement shared via social media, McGregor stated that after 'careful reflection' and discussions with his family, he has decided to step down from the candidacy. He emphasize... [More info]

Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race After Reflection

McGregor’s exit just proves that his presidential bid was more about attention than actual change. Sure, he has valid points about the electoral system, but it’s hard to take him seriously after all this drama. His campaign was never about real reform, just playing the game for his own gain.

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Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race After Reflection

McGregor stepping down is no surprise. His whole campaign reeked of a publicity stunt, and now the disqualification just confirms it. The whole system’s rigged anyway, so why even bother pretending it’s a fair race?

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Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race After Reflection

McGregor's disqualification only confirms what many of us already knew—his campaign was never about real change, just another attempt to play the system. His criticisms of the Irish electoral process are valid, but it's hard to take him seriously after this mess.

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Geldof reveals what Martin said in their call about a potential Áras run

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Bob Geldof explains why he's not running for Irish president despite considering it

Bob Geldof, the renowned musician and activist, has confirmed that he will not be running for the Irish presidency. The 73-year-old artist and co-founder of Band Aid explained that his decision was influenced by both personal and practical reasons, including his attachment to London, where his famil... [More info]