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A candidate for Direct Democracy Ireland. View party
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Ben Gilroy
Party
Constituency
Occupation
Unemployed
Age
52
Biography

His first time running for national office, he previously ran unsuccessfully in the 2013 European elections and the 2014 local elections. He is the former leader of Direct Democracy Ireland, and advocates for homeowners facing repossession orders.

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

Because a direct democracy candidate is the only one who can effect real change and I promise to make a week in politics interesting to watch.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

We are so troubled in most constituencies one is hard, but mortgage write downs to kick start the economy.

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

Suspend all capital and interest payments on bank bailouts pending a full legal review.

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