The Irish Passport
Halfpints: What the EU election results tell us about Ireland
Jun 16, 2024
Delving into the aftermath of the EU elections in Ireland, the podcast examines Sinn Féin's underperformance, the democratic voting system in Ireland, and the impact of departing MEPs. It also explores the narrative of punitive eco-politics in Italy and analyzes the re-election results and fate of left-wing independents. The discussion extends to the impact of the EU elections on Irish politics, highlighting the rise of the far right and the preferences for practical politicians.
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- Sinn Fein faced challenges in gauging voter support accurately, impacting their election performance.
- Irish politics saw a shift towards conservatism with immigration becoming a prominent issue among voters.
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EU Election Fallout and Results in Ireland
The fallout from the EU elections in Ireland revealed that parties in government performed better than expected, Sinn Fein underperformed, and far-right candidates made significant inroads but didn't have a major breakthrough. The results reflected a historical problem for Sinn Fein in accurately gauging their level of support on the ground.
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