The Struggle for Independents - with Finian McGrath

The Struggle for Independents - with Finian McGrath

Do independent politicians get their fair share of coverage in the Irish media? Independent TD and Minister of State for Disability Issues, Finian McGrath, talks to Hugh and Fiach about the place of independents in Irish politics, why he thinks they are ignored by the media and what impact Brexit is going to have on the government's budgetary decisions over the next few months.He also brought his guitar into studio, so listen right to the end to hear why.

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Interview: Martin O'Malley on Life in Politics, Trump, Running in 2020

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Are Fianna Fáil Ready for Government? Live at the Ard Fheis with Dara Calleary & Fiona O'Loughlin

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Interview: A.C. Grayling - Rethinking Democracy

Interview: A.C. Grayling - Rethinking Democracy

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13 Okt 201735min

Budget Special: More Porridge, Less Pyrotechnics

Budget Special: More Porridge, Less Pyrotechnics

No big bonanza and no pyrotechnics, but Budget 2018 is more exciting than it might seem on the surface. So say the Irish Times political team. Paschal Donohoe may not have found any money down the bac...

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Poll Special:  8th Amendment, Framing Questions, Leo's Bounce

Poll Special: 8th Amendment, Framing Questions, Leo's Bounce

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Any Budget Surprises in Store? Leo vs LCD Soundsystem, Catalonia Reaction

Any Budget Surprises in Store? Leo vs LCD Soundsystem, Catalonia Reaction

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