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La nouvelle présidente de la République d'Irlande a été élue la semaine dernière. Catherine Connolly, candidate indépendante, soutenue par tous les partis de gauche, a obtenu plus de 63% des voix. Une victoire écrasante pour une candidate radicalement de gauche. Catherine Connolly, une ancienne avocate de 68 ans, est originaire de la banlieue de Galway, à l'ouest du pays. Elle naît dans une famille de quatorze enfants. Son entrée en politique se fait d'abord sous la bannière du Parti travailliste, qu'elle quitte pour devenir indépendante. Députée de la circonscription de Galway-Ouest depuis 2016, son profil surprend dans le paysage politique irlandais. « Elle est sans doute la députée irlandaise la plus à gauche, explique Gary Murphy, professeur de sciences politiques à l'université de Dublin, une indépendante avec un sacré passif d'activisme de gauche, qui a passé sa carrière dans l'opposition, et n'a jamais cherché à rejoindre une coalition gouvernementale. » Lors de l'élection, elle a obtenu plus de 63% des suffrages. Loin derrière elle, sa seule rivale, Heather Humphreys, du parti de centre droit le Fine Gael, a obtenu un peu moins de 30% des voix. Une victoire surprenante, car avant l'élection, Catherine Connolly était une personnalité politique de second plan. « Elle a un ancrage local dans la circonscription de Galway, indique Gary Murphy. Mais sur la scène nationale, avant l'élection présidentielle, elle était vue comme une figure politique marginale, elle n'avait pas un profil très connu, très public. Quand elle a annoncé sa candidature en juillet dernier, beaucoup de personnes, et j'en fais partie, étaient sceptiques. » Une candidate dissidente Un des éléments pour comprendre la victoire de cette figure politique de second plan est en partie sa position de dissidente. Catherine Connolly ne porte pas de bilan. Face à elle, sa rivale, Heather Humphreys, était membre du gouvernement actuel, un gouvernement impopulaire. « Humphreys, c'est une femme politique avec cette prudence, voire certaines fois une langue de bois, qui ne suscite pas d'intérêt particulier », décrypte Christophe Gillissen, professeur d'études irlandaises à l'université de Caen Normandie. « Donc le contraste avec Connolly, qui défend des positions sur l'environnement, c'est devenu quelque chose de très largement accepté malgré tout, mais le fait qu'elle le défende depuis longtemps, et avec sincérité, le fait qu'elle croit en certaines causes, ont montré qu'il y avait là une vraie personne et pas une apparatchik, si j'ose dire », ajoute-t-il. Catherine Connolly a également bénéficié d'une union de tous les partis de gauche, notamment du Sinn Féin, le parti qui promeut la réunification de l'Irlande, et une des forces politiques les plus importantes du pays. Des positions radicales en matière de politique étrangère Durant sa campagne, Catherine Connolly a défendu l'idée de l'Irlande comme une terre d'opportunités et d'accueil pour les migrants. Elle a aussi déploré les politiques du logement du gouvernement, un secteur en crise dans le pays. Mais elle s'est surtout illustrée par ses déclarations radicales en matière de politique étrangère. Elle a dénoncé le génocide à Gaza. « Elle a dressé un parallèle entre la militarisation de l'Allemagne actuelle et celle qui a eu lieu dans les années 1930, elle a critiqué l'invasion russe en Ukraine, mais elle a dans le même temps critiqué le déploiement de troupes de l'Otan en Europe de l'Est, liste Gary Murphy de l'université de la ville de Dublin. Ses opinions ne sont pas les plus communes. » Catherine Connolly a été durant sa campagne une candidate de rupture, qui a suscité de l'espoir, en particulier chez les jeunes Irlandais. Mais la fonction présidentielle est essentiellement symbolique en Irlande. Catherine Connolly accueillera des dirigeants étrangers lors des visites officielles, elle prononcera des discours qui résonneront sans doute chez ses sympathisants, mais elle n'aura pas de pouvoir exécutif. Elle a promis d'être la présidente de tous les Irlandais, qu'ils aient voté pour elle, ou non. C'est sans doute là que réside sa tâche la plus importante. L'Irlande est extrêmement divisée, et l'abstention a atteint presque 55% la semaine dernière. À lire aussiIrlande: donnée favorite, Catherine Connolly élue nouvelle présidente du pays
Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Frances Fitzgerald, former Tánaiste and member of the G7 Advisory Council; Joan Burton, Former Tánaiste/leader of the Labour Party; Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU; and Harry McGee, Political correspondent with The Irish Times.
As the full tallies began to land, Brendan was joined by Sinn Féin TD, Claire Kerrane; Fine Gael Minister of State, Emer Higgins; Communications Consultant and Labour Party member, Lorna Fitzpatrick; DCU Politics Professor, Gary Murphy; newspaper columnist, David Quinn; Former Fine Gael TD, Michael Ring; and RTÉ's Barry Lenihan.
Ellen Coyne, Irish Times Political Correspondent and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University, discuss the latest in the presidential race.
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in Dublin City University, discusses the current state of the Presidential race, following Jim Gavin's withdrawal.
With Jim Gavin out of the presidential race, what does that mean for Michael Martin's leadership within Fianna Fáil? All to discuss with Derek Mooney, Derek Mooney, Former Fianna Fáil advisor and communications expert and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU.
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Conor Lenihan, Former Minister of State; Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU; and Gabija Gataveckaite, political journalist.
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics in DCU, discusses the latest developments in the Presidential race.
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University, outlines where the presidential election race currently stands
In June, Sinn Féin tabled a motion which sought extend presidential voting rights to Irish citizens in Northern Ireland and abroad.At the moment, only citizens living in Ireland can vote in the presidential election. Why is this the case, and does it alienate those residing abroad?TV Producer Paddy Duffy, who is originally from Donegal but now lives in the UK, and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, spoke to Ian Guider on Tuesday's The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.
This week we caught up with Flogas brand ambassador Gary Murphy as he prepares to tee it up in Mount Juliet for this weeks OFX Irish Legends event.
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Green Party leader, Roderic O'Gorman; Journalist & Broadcaster, Claire Brock; and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU.
Gary Murphy, golf professional at the K club and Mark Wehrly, Championships and Rules Director with Golf Ireland, react to Rory's win.
This is Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Gary Murphy joined Ger, Colm and Arthur to look back at Rory McIlroy's momentous win at Augusta National.Golf journalist John Huggan proclaims Rory as Ireland's greatest ever sportsman.And today's Bite begins with Gary Murphy recalling the rollercoaster of emotions he went through whilst watching perhaps golf's greatest day. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join
Joining Brendan to dissect the Sunday papers are Jennifer Bray, Political Editor, Sunday Times, Peter Brown, Managing Director of Baggot Investment Partners, Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU and Shana Cohen, Executive Director of TASC.
There was much surprise on St Patrick's Day when MMA fighter Conor McGregor met with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office just days after Taoiseach Micheál Martin's visit.Dion Fanning, co-host of the Free State podcast, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at DCU's School of Law and Government, join The Last Word to discuss why McGregor was invited to the White House and whether it could mark the beginning of his campaign to be the next president of Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Hometown Radio 01/28/25 6p: Gary Murphy and Pepper Daniels talk about river cruising in Europe
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Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University, on the breakthrough in government formation talks.
As the 2024 general election comes to a close and the final few seats are filled around the country, Sarah Carey, Irish Independent columnist, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, join The Last Word to discuss who is likely to be in the next government.They are also joined by Harry McGee, political correspondent with the Irish Times, Lorcan Nyhan, head of training with The Communications Clinic, and Trina O'Connor, criminologist and community worker, to assess the turnout, the campaigns and how Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch came so close to being elected. Catch the full discussion by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
After a short three-week campaign, the 2024 general election is coming to a close.Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, Tabitha Monahan, political reporter with the Irish Independent, and Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, join The Last Word to look back on the campaign and how it compared to the debates and personalities of elections past.Catch the full discussion by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
Joining Brendan to discuss the stories of the week were Síona Cahill, Account Director at DHR Communications, Prof. Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU, Bobby McDonagh, Former Ambassador to the UK and the EU, Jennifer Bray, Irish Times Political Reporter.
Mark Carruthers is joined by Lucinda Creighton, Gary Murphy, Elaine Loughlin and Gráinne Ní Aodha in Dublin to preview the Republic's election later this month.
The 2024 general election is officially underway with just three weeks until polling day on Friday, November 29.Gary Murphy, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, Sarah Carey, columnist with the Irish Independent, and Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss the issues that could define the general election campaign. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Matt was joined by Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Danny McConnell, Editor, Business Post, to discuss the impact of Donald Trump's victory for Irish politics, trade and security.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
Sarah Carey, Columnist at the Irish Independent, Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Mirror spoke to Matt about how the coming weeks could play out for each political party once the general election is called.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.
Joining Brendan to discuss the stories of the week were Bobby McDonagh Former Ambassador to the UK and the EU, Sarah McGuinness, Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, Prof. Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU and Keire Murphy, Senior Policy Officer ESRI.
On Tuesday, a €2bn Budget 2025 package is set to be unveiled by Finance Minister Jack Chambers.What should we expect from it, and how will it benefit your day-to-day spending?Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, looked ahead at what's to come.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.
But for how long? Will it disband in November for the election or in January for a rumored February election?Gary Murphy, Elaine Loughlin and Kevin Cunningham join Matt to discuss the potential timeline.
Josh is joined by Sophie Walker to look back at the weekend's Solheim Cup which the USA won for the first time since 2017. What went wrong for Team Europe in the 15.5 - 12.5 defeat?Plus, Gary Murphy speaks to Josh about the Irish Open and another agonising finale for home favourite Rory McIlroy after he was pipped to the title by Rasmus Hojgaard.
Theresa Reidy, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Government at UCC; Prof. Gary Murphy, Head of the School of Law and Government in DCU; Dr. Kevin Cunningham, Lecturer in Politics in the Technical University Dublin; Hugh O'Connell, Political Editor for The Sunday Times
In an announcement after today's cabinet meeting, Eamon Ryan stated his intentions to step as leader of the Green Party, Minister for Transport, Environment, Climate and Communications and that he would not contest the next general election in the Dublin Bay South constituency.Daniel McConnell, Editor of The Business Post and Sarah Carey, Columnist for the Irish Independent join Ian Guider, standing in for Matt, to discuss the possible reasons behind the Minister's choice to step down after a disappointing showing for the Green Party in the recent local and European elections.Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU and Aisling Moloney, political correspondent for the Irish Daily Mail join the show to discuss what the future holds for the Green Party and who might be chosen as Ryan's successor.
Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University, discusses the likelihood of a general election in the coming months.
Dr Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist UCC, Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU and Graham Finlay, Lecturer in the School of Politics and International Relations at UCD.
Dr Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist UCC, Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU and Graham Finlay, Lecturer in the School of Politics and International Relations at UCD.
Several local election candidates with a migrant background from across the country have said they are "too scared" to go out and canvass ahead of the polls opening this Friday due to the racist abuse they have faced.Teresa Buczkowska, Political Participation Coordinator with the Immigrant Council of Ireland and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU join The Last Word to discuss the impact this is having on the migrant candidates as well as the legislation surrounding the migrant populations right to voteTo catch the full conversation press the 'play' button below...
How effective are election posters in 2024?Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU, and Liz Carolan from thebriefing.ie joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Josh is joined by Gary Murphy and Anthony Wall to dissect the PGA Championship from Valhalla which saw Xander Schauffele pick up his first major title.As well as Schauffele's triumph we also discuss how Bryson DeChambeau might be the entertainer that golf needs, and how the dramatic events of Friday morning affected Scottie Scheffler.Plus, we reflect on yet another win for Nelly Korda and look ahead to this weekend's Soudal Open in Belgium on the DP World Tour.
Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU and Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent
Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU,Kevin Doyle, Executive Editor at the Irish Independent.
Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times and Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU
This week on the eve of the 2024 Masters Peter dials in from the Press centre at Augusta National and we are also joined by special guest Gary Murphy, a former European Tour pro and Augusta State University student to discuss all things Masters. Is this to be Rory McIlroy's year? Does Shane Lowry have all the tools to be Ireland's first Green Jacket winner? Is the weather going to wreak havoc on day one? Could we see a debutant top the leaderboard for the first time since Fuzzy Zoeller in 1979. Is Jon Rahm the most under-the-radar defending champion in years? And who do we have our money on as the 'tradition unlike any other' gets underway?
Sarah Stirk fills in for Josh this week and chats with Richard McEvoy and Gary Murphy about a busy weekend of action across the tours.There were breakthrough wins for Keita Nakajima in India and Stephan Jaeger in Houston plus a hat-trick completed by Nelly Korda.We also discuss what legacy is left by outgoing DP World Tour CEO, Keith Pelley and the form of Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy as The Masters looms on the horizon.
Our Southern Editor Paschal Sheehy reports and analysis from Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU.
What are the reasons for Simon Coveney's sudden departure from cabinet, and where does this leave Simon Harris as he takes over as Taoiseach?Danny McConnell, Editor of The Business Post, and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at The School of Law and Government in DCU joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at The School of Law and Government in DCU, Sarah Carey, Columnist for The Irish Independent, and Craig Hughes, Political Editor for The Irish Daily Mail joined The Last Word for a two part special to discuss the most important political question of the week, what kind of Taoiseach will Simon Harris be?Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Today's panel includes Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics, DCU; Dan Mulhall, former Irish Ambassador to the US; Cliona Ni Cheallaigh Associate Professor in Trinity College Dublin and Consultant in Inclusion health and infectious diseases at St James Hospital; Sarah Carey, Irish Independent columnist and Caitriona Perry,Chief President with BBC News
Jamie Spence and Gary Murphy join host Josh Antmann to discuss the madness at the Phoenix Open and if things need to change there.Plus, there's a look back on Rikuya Hoshino's win in Qatar and the new talent on the DP World Tour. Tiger's return, LIV and pancakes are all on the menu too...
Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU, and historian David McCullagh, discuss the legacy of former Taoiseach John Bruton, who died yesterday following a long illness.