The Last Word with Matt Cooper Presidential Election: What To Expect From The Closing Days Of The Campaign
Oct 21, 2025
Professor Gary Murphy, a political expert from DCU, joins the discussion alongside political correspondent Louise Burne and editor Daniel McConnell. They analyze the surprising early stability of the presidential race and whether debate performances might sway undecided voters. The panel dives into Fine Gael's strategic missteps and media barriers impacting candidate visibility. They also address voter apathy, the presidency's relevance, and the implications for party leadership if Fine Gael falters. Insightful and timely analysis for any political enthusiast!
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Connolly Holds Consistent Poll Lead
- Polling showed Catherine Connolly holding a consistent and growing lead over Heather Humphreys in multiple surveys.
- Daniel McConnell suggests Fine Gael hoped negative campaigning might shift momentum but risked backfiring.
Exhaustion And Small Errors Hurt Humphreys
- Louise Byrne argues Fine Gael's attacks haven't stuck and both candidates are exhausted after a compressed two-person campaign.
- Small factual slip-ups by Heather Humphreys have undermined her credibility in a high-pressure race.
Make The Candidate Available To Media
- Fine Gael should make their candidate more available to major broadcasters to reach undecided voters.
- Louise Byrne notes both campaigns have been evasive, so timely media access matters in the final days.
