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General Election 2016

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A candidate for Independent. View party
ELIMINATED
Richard Murray
Party
Independent
Constituency
Dublin South-Central
Occupation
Small business owner
Age
30
Biography

A native of Ballyfermot, this is his first time running in an election. A small-business owner, he campaigns locally on a number of issues and is involved with community groups in his area.

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

I will stand up and say it how it is and I'm not afraid to make tough decisions to benefit the national interest.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

To tackle the housing crisis and rising crime rates head on.

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

Fight for the establishment of a Corruption Assets Bureau to seize the assets of corrupt politicians, bankers and other state/semi-state officials.

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