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A candidate for Direct Democracy Ireland. View party
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Cormac McKay
Party
Constituency
Occupation
Carer
Age
35
Biography

This is his first time running for general election after he failed to secure a seat in the 2014 local elections. He is running on a platform of direct democracy, and advocates for features such as a directly elected mayor and a complete change to the social welfare system. He is also running in Dublin North-West.

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

I'm running because like many people I'm equally as frustrated with the current political system and lack of real reform and engagement.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

To have a directly elected mayor for Dublin and have real participatory democracy both locally, nationally and EU/internationally.

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

To propose a referendum to introduce direct democracy to the Irish constitution.

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