

Election Daily: answering your questions about GE24
Dec 3, 2024
Pat Leahy, an Irish Times journalist, joins the discussion on the aftermath of the recent Irish general election. He tackles whether Ireland is trapped in a cycle of winter elections and the effects of gender quotas on the Dáil Éireann's makeup. Pat also ponders the future political landscape, questioning possible alternatives to the traditional FF-FG government. Additionally, he humorously reflects on Bertie Ahern’s infamous ‘stupid aul pencils’ and their unexpected connection to Gerry Hutch’s electoral fate.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Election Insights: Trends and Challenges
01:40 • 16min
Political Party Dynamics and Strategic Advertising
18:00 • 3min
The Uncertainty of Political Predictions
21:02 • 5min
Sinn Féin: Legacy and Future Governance
25:51 • 5min
Reflecting on Election Season and Future Insights
30:31 • 2min