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A candidate for Fine Gael. View party
ELIMINATED
Jimmy Deenihan
Party
Constituency
Occupation
TD and Minister of State
Age
63
Biography

He first entered politics in 1983 when he was elected to the Seanad. He was elected to the Dáil in 1987 and has retained his seat at each election since. The Minister of State for Diaspora Affairs, he is a former Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.

Question time
Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?

On my record of service for the past 33 years.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Help to create employment.

What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?

Improve services at Kerry General Hospital.

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