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But before the election of #MichaelDHiggins in 2011, the Office of Public Works #OPW sought a new chair, free of the monarchist shite. #NoKings. The winning tender was from John Lee in Co Meath.

Lee designed it to be presidential rather than regal. Simple, and modern, it's designed like the presidency to not dominate. The frame is quarter-sawn Irish oak, entirely free of the invaders' gold. The shape is flowing, rather than pompous, and the arms express openness. A #RepublicanChair

Marianne Tiel Nov 11

We zijn nog niet verloren... zolang er mensen zijn als President of Ireland #MichaelDHiggins. Zie en hoor zijn inspirerende speech at an Afternoon Tea Party 🍀
(He starts in Irish, will continue in English, you can follow the transcription. The end is so true and wise 🙏)
https://youtube.com/watch?v=euTsn3bSvak&si=ujcDnfRyv-AhWg3J

Speech by President Michael D. Higgins at an Afternoon Tea Party

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Claire McNab Nov 11

Great to see newly-inaugurated #PresidentConnolly with her 3 living predecessors, who reinvented the Irish presidency. Starting with #MaryRobinson in 1990, then #MaryMcAleese in 1997, and #MichaelDHiggins in 2011.

#CatherineConnolly continues Ireland's 35-year tradition of a popularly-elected Uachtarán na hÉireann who goes beyond the ceremonial role. Now a fourth successive president will use her position to build bridges, and to address the great ethical challenges of our time. <3

Claire McNab Nov 10

President of Ireland / Uachtarán na hÉireann #MichaelDHiggins ends his term in a few minutes.

Here's #Galway poet #SarahClancy reading a tribute to #MichaelD: her magnificent poem "Lighthouses". ❤

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Claire McNab Nov 10

President #MichaelDHiggins & Sabina left Áras an Uachtaráin for the last time. His term ends at midnight.

Their route was lined by the #SanctuaryRunners, where Irish ppl run alongside and in solidarity with, migrants, asylum seekers & refugees. Monica Pumpkin from Botswana presented #MichaelD & Sabina with yellow roses.

Ireland's Musk-fuelled, fascist shelter-burners are furious.

Feck 'em. I'm proud to have a twice-elected president who supported refugees. Go raibh maith agat, Michael D ❤

Derek Hollingsworth Nov 10

Oíche deireanach do Michael D. Higgins mar Uachtarán na hÉireann anocht. Bhí mé ag labhairt lena iar-bhearbóir ansin. Dúirt sé go nglacfadh sé a áit sa scuaine i gcónaí, agus go raibh sé béasach agus cairdiúil.
Go raibh maith agaibh Michael, Sabina agus na madraí
#MichaelDHiggins

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jimkennedy Nov 10

President Michael D. Higgins on the people of Ireland as he leaves office tonight:

“How valuable it was to be able to join with them in engaging with the issues, projects and ideas that will help us to achieve the best of our country and the best representation of Ireland and its values abroad – an inclusive citizenship and a creative society in a real Republic.”

https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025/11/10/a-great-privilege-michael-d-higgins-thanks-public-for-support-as-he-departs-aras-an-uachtarain/

#ireland #MichaelDHiggins

‘A great privilege’: Michael D Higgins thanks public for support as he departs Áras an Uachtaráin

Catherine Connolly will be sworn in as 10th president of Ireland at Dublin Castle on Tuesday

The Irish Times

Ken M Sweeney Nov 10

Today is the last day of our greatest president – Michael D Higgins. His tenure has been one of duty, pride, and above all, representing Ireland with justice, peace, and compassion. He has stood for the vulnerable, championed human rights, and called for an end to the suffering of the Palestinian people. True leadership, as he has shown, is measured
by the dignity and hope it brings to others.
#Ireland #michaeldhiggins

Claire McNab Nov 8

'Michael Tea Higgins' has been joined by 'Catherine Connoll-Tea'.

Susan Banks from #Tallaght has a thriving online business crocheting #MichaelDHiggins tea cosies. Now #CatherineConnolly is the second #PresidentofIreland to keep your #tea warm. ❤

https://www.rte.ie/news/2025/1108/1542733-catherine-connolltea-president/

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