Joe Noonan
Speaking to members of the public, they connected with what they felt were the Independent TD's compassion, decency, and warmth. They believed that she represents something good about who we are and who we want to be. - Paul Hosford @irishexaminer.bsky.social www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm...

Paul Hosford: Final tally puts...
Paul Hosford: Final tally puts Catherine Connolly in the annals of history

In a job where the functions are largely dictated by the Constitution, Irish people have, in modern times, seen the role as an aspiration of what we believe we are

Irish Examiner
Oct 27 at 1:35pmWeb
Show threadJoe NoonanOct 27
Over in six minutes. “In the end, Connolly would amass 914,143 votes — the most of any Irish politician ever. While some will focus on the historic number of spoiled votes which racked up in the face of a narrow field and an online campaign, Connolly's victory comes with no asterisk.”
Show threadJoe NoonanOct 27
“While there are multiple reasons why Connolly won in such a landslide …. the truth was boiled down at a rally of hers in Galway on Thursday evening. People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy said that, simply, more people identified what they believe Ms Connolly's values are with their own.” #Áras25
Show threadJoe NoonanOct 27
“Throughout a bruising three-month campaign, Connolly's views and history were well aired and the public decided that she would be their representative both at home and abroad.” - Paul Hosford @irishexaminer.bsky.social #Áras25 #spéirghorm #CMAC
Show threadJoe NoonanOct 27
A new cycle has begun.