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A candidate for Green Party. View party
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Micheál Callaghan
Party
Constituency
Occupation
PhD researcher
Age
24
Biography

A member of the Green Party since 2007, this is his first time running for an election. He is a graduate of environmental law and has previously served as the secretary of the Cavan-Monaghan Greens. He is a member of the Friends of the Earth environmental group.

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

I am a fresh voice who will provide a new perspective at this critical time. I stand for clean, corruption free politics.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Tackling rural decline by creating opportunities for job creation and entrepreneurship and by supporting communities to have their needs met.

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

Restoring citizen engagement and transparency by honouring the 1yi and R48 pledges.

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