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A candidate for Green Party. View party
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James Gaffney
Party
Constituency
Occupation
English language teacher and company director
Age
32
Biography

The founder and director of an English language school in Limerick, this is his first time running for an election. He is an English language teacher and has worked previously as a journalist and in financial administration. A graduate of the University of Limerick, he has been involved with the Green Party for just over a year.

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

I'm a hard-working, optimistic person, with a focus on sustainable and practical policies that will improve the quality of life in Ireland.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

In short, making Limerick a great place to live and work. Driving balanced regional development.

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

Call for a referendum to prevent the privatisation of Irish Water.

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