A candidate for Green Party.
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Biography
A member of the Green Party since 2007, he narrowly missed out on a seat in the 2014 local elections. He has post-graduate degrees in social policy and sociology and has a background working with a number of charities. Currently a policy officer with Crosscare, this is his first time running in a general election.
Question time
Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?
I live to make positive change. I'm a social innovator and homeless advocate with an economics background. I have made local politics more transparent.
What is your number one priority for your constituency?
Be a fresh progressive voice. Swift, high quality responses to housing crisis with proper infrastructure, amenities and public transport.
What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?
Urgency on homelessness, wake up Dáil to climate change, refuse to accept sub-standard health system. Stay ambitious, humble, committed and honest.
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