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Ireland: Martin Elected Taoiseach After Parliamentary Delay

    Ireland: Martin Elected Taoiseach After Parliamentary Delay
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    JAN 23
    Above: New taoiseach Micheál Martin and his wife Mary O’Shea seen outside the Irish parliament at Leinster House on Jan. 23, 2025 in Dublin, Ireland. Image copyright: Charles McQuillan/Getty Image via Getty Images
    story last updated JAN 23

    The Spin

    Narrative A

    The opposition's coordinated delay in electing a Taoiseach was a troubling subversion of the Irish Constitution, undermining the democratic process and the Dáil’s responsibility to form a government. This obstruction disrespected the fundamental obligation to serve the people. Now the drama is over, the coalition must commit to delivering concrete results on housing, health, and other key issues in order to implement meaningful change.

    IndependentX

    Narrative B

    The attempt to allow government-supporting lawmakers to speak from the opposition benches undermines the role of holding the government accountable. Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael's backing of this arrangement shows poor judgment and risks damaging public trust. Those involved in shaping the Programme for Government cannot credibly claim to oppose it, with the attempted heist representing a dreadful start for the new coalition.

    XThe Irish Times

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