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The best analysis of the Irish political scene featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers and the occasional politician. Hosted by Hugh Linehan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What is driving the abuse and intimidation of politicians here? (opens the original)
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Ellen Coyne and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics: The unprovoked attack on Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae this week highlighted how vulnerable public representatives can be. But when did criticism of Irish politicians turn into abuse and physical violence? Is it the long tail of the financial crash or simply a shift from online discourse to something far more sinister? Donald Trump’s thoughts on a united Ireland grabbed the headlines during his visit last week
Sweden's political shift and Germany's electoral shock (opens the original)
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Derek Scally talks to Hugh about the aftermath of two elections that have recently taken place: the Swedish general election and regional elections in the Gerrman region of Saxony-Anhalt. Each offers some fascinating insights into current trends and future directions in Germany and Scandinavia, and perhaps more broadly in Europe. Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newslet
What's the best way to make Ireland more equal? (opens the original)
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Left-leaning think-tank Tasc has published a new report to mark its 25th year. the report (The State We Are In - Inequality in Ireland 2026) suggests that the redistribution of wealth via the tax system is struggling to keep inequality under control and argues for greater provision of services. It also warns that the rapid development of artificial intelligence could deepen inequality in Ireland and around the world. Tasc director Dr Shana Cohen talks to Hugh about her organisation's history, th
Trump's support for reunification grabs the headlines on a colourful day (opens the original)
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President Trump and his vast, costly entourage have rolled through Dublin on the way to his golf course, meeting with the Taoiseach and President Connolly along the way. As with other recent encounters between representatives of the State and Trump, there were no major diplomatic incidents for Irish officials to worry about. But Trump did ruffle some feathers with his comments on Irish reunification. "The Weave", as Trump calls his signature style of oratory, was on full display, by turns baffli
Why has Occupied Territories legislation taken so long? (opens the original)
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Inside Politics Live is coming to Cork on September 30th. Get your tickets here . Pat Leahy and Harry McGee join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics: Green leader Roderic O'Gorman has proposed a one-off €2.5bn energy fund, split between targeted energy credits and investment in grants for solar panels and EVs. It is one of few genuinely good ideas that emerged from the political party think-in season. Following Wednesday’s interview with Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chamber
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