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As Ireland looks ahead to the next presidential election, we face an important question: what role should the President play in public life?
Traditionally, the office was seen as largely ceremonial, but in recent years, Irish Presidents have taken a more outspoken role on both national and international issues.
Some praise this as a fundamental approach, while others argue it risks blurring the boundaries between politics and the Presidency.
Joining Seán to discuss is Laura Cahillane, who is a Professor at the School of Law at the University of Limerick…
By Newstalk4.6
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As Ireland looks ahead to the next presidential election, we face an important question: what role should the President play in public life?
Traditionally, the office was seen as largely ceremonial, but in recent years, Irish Presidents have taken a more outspoken role on both national and international issues.
Some praise this as a fundamental approach, while others argue it risks blurring the boundaries between politics and the Presidency.
Joining Seán to discuss is Laura Cahillane, who is a Professor at the School of Law at the University of Limerick…

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