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# Presidential Election

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# Your Say
Poll: Should Irish people living abroad be able to vote in presidential elections?
Thousands of Brazilian people in Ireland cast their vote in the country’s presidential elections this weekend.
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Nov 1st 2022, 8:39 AM
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# Ballot Box
Chile to vote for a new president amid fears of mass protests
A neck-and-neck race is underway between an ultra-conservative lawyer and a former student activist.
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Dec 19th 2021, 12:29 PM
# Nicaragua
Two more potential Ortega challengers detained in Nicaragua
This is the fourth potential presidential candidate to be arrested ahead of elections this year.
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Jun 9th 2021, 7:32 AM
# Fortunate Son
People in Joe Biden's ancestral home of Ballina celebrate his victory in the US election
“He’s a really nice fella. He’s good to talk to.”
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Nov 7th 2020, 7:11 PM
# Presidential Election
'This is not over': Election observers criticise Trump's 'baseless accusations' and say it is 'vital' that every ballot is counted
A report drawn up by a group of international observers has found there were deliberate attempts by Trump to undermine the election process.
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Nov 5th 2020, 9:04 AM
AS IT HAPPENED
Trump makes unsubstantiated claims of election 'fraud' as presidential race hangs on knife-edge
Follow our liveblog for all the updates as the results come in.
The fight for a US Senate majority is on - here are the 7 key states to watch
Today's the day as America decides between Trump and Biden - Here's everything you need to know
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Nov 4th 2020, 8:36 AM
# US politics
The challenges facing US media outlets this year in projecting the next elected president
Media outlets play a significant role in analysing election data and projecting a winner.
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Nov 3rd 2020, 11:21 PM
# Presidential Election
Poll: Will you stay up to watch the US election?
TheJournal.ie will have you covered on the night and throughout the following day as results pour in.
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Oct 24th 2020, 10:20 AM
# Pennsylvania
'This is not a reality show': Obama takes aim at Donald Trump’s handling of coronavirus
Obama’s visit to Philadelphia underscores the significance of Pennsylvania.
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Oct 22nd 2020, 6:48 AM
# US Elections
Explainer: How does the US voting system work?
People have already starting casting their votes in the 2020 election.
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Oct 18th 2020, 9:00 PM
# Rallies
Trump uses fear tactics in bid for Midwest states
Michigan and Wisconsin were instrumental to the president’s 2016 victory, but he is in danger of losing them.
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Oct 18th 2020, 9:37 AM
# Presidential Election
Record flood of early votes transforms US election
Democrats have so far out-voted Republicans by a 2-1 ratio in the 42 states where figures are available.
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Oct 17th 2020, 8:27 AM
# Presidential Election
Joe Biden raises record $383 million in September
Biden said he was “humbled” by the level of financial support.
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Oct 15th 2020, 9:12 AM
# Campaign Trail
Donald Trump and Joe Biden zero in on key swing states
Trump held a rally in Pennsylvania on Tuesday while Mr Biden spoke with seniors in Florida.
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Oct 14th 2020, 9:04 AM
# Presidential Election
Biden says campaign raised record-breaking $364 million in August as Democratic nominee heads to Kenosha
His campaign has called it “the best month of online fundraising in American political history.”.
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Sep 3rd 2020, 7:03 AM
# Presidential Election
Republicans paint dark picture of future if Donald Trump loses election
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley was among the key speakers at the first night of the Republican National Convention.
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Aug 25th 2020, 6:59 AM
# Postal votes
US postmaster insists election mail will be delivered despite cuts
Louis DeJoy was speaking before a Senate committee into cuts to the Postal Service ahead of November’s poll.
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Aug 22nd 2020, 10:58 AM
# Presidential Election
Republicans push back against Trump’s suggestion to delay US election
Donald Trump did not deny that he was trying to cast doubt about the election results when asked directly in a news conference.
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Jul 31st 2020, 6:00 PM
# Coronavirus
Donald Trump suggests delaying presidential election amid unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud
There is no evidence of widespread voter fraud through postal voting, even in states with all-mail votes.
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Jul 30th 2020, 2:19 PM
# November
Trump not ready to commit to election results if he loses
The American leader has seen his presidential popularity erode over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Jul 19th 2020, 6:45 PM
# democrats
Former White House hopeful Elizabeth Warren endorses Joe Biden for president
Biden, 77, now has the endorsement of all former major Democratic candidates.
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Apr 15th 2020, 4:35 PM
# US politics
Bernie Sanders suspends US presidential campaign
He said that “while the campaign ends, the struggle for justice continues on”.
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Apr 8th 2020, 4:37 PM
# Your Say
Poll: Who do you think will win the Democratic nomination?
Democrats in 14 States will vote tomorrow for who they want to see take on President Donald Trump in November.
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Mar 2nd 2020, 9:17 AM
# Irish Abroad
Majority of people in Ireland want to allow Irish citizens abroad to vote in presidential elections
That’s according to an Amárach/Claire Byrne Live poll carried out for TheJournal.ie.
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Dec 25th 2019, 7:00 AM
# election 2020
The Democrats debate: Candidates take jabs at Joe Biden over his age and 'hurtful' comments on race
A series of debates are being held by the Democrats to whittle down the 10 candidates vying to become the party’s presidential nominee.
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Jun 28th 2019, 7:16 AM
# St Patrick's Day
'Ireland out of step for too long': Campaigners in London to march for Irish abroad vote in presidential elections
VICA says a yes vote would help honour the international role of the Irish President.
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Mar 15th 2019, 9:17 AM
# polling day
Referendum to give Irish abroad vote in presidential elections delayed to last week in October
The referendum was initially due to take place in May but Cabinet today approved to move it to the autumn.
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Feb 5th 2019, 3:55 PM
# aras 18
'Michael D is a formidable president': Adams says Sinn Féin was never going to win Áras election
Adams says that Sinn Féin did not engage with its voters.
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Dec 12th 2018, 3:36 PM
# Your Say
Poll: Should Irish citizens living abroad be allowed to vote in the Irish presidential election?
It’s understood a referendum on the matter will be held next May.
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Dec 6th 2018, 8:14 AM
Voices
Opinion: 'A group of Irish lads held a knife to my throat when I was just 11 - but I don't hate Irish people'
Hazel Chu writes about the presidential election and her fears around how people will treat her young Irish-born Chinese daughter.
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Nov 1st 2018, 7:00 AM
# Walkover
Why was the campaign so lacklustre? For the same reason 'no-one bothered going to Dublin matches this summer'
We take a look at some of the factors that led to such a mundane Áras campaign.
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Oct 28th 2018, 2:10 PM
# seven more years
Michael D Higgins' speech outlines his plans for the next seven years
President Michael D Higgins says he would focus on equality, togetherness and strong sustainable communities during his next term.
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Oct 27th 2018, 9:44 PM
# Aras18
Taoiseach: 'There was an element of anti-Traveller sentiment in the vote'
Varadkar said Michael D Higgins had received a resounding endorsement from the Irish people.
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Oct 27th 2018, 7:31 PM
# Aras18
Peter Casey says he is waiting on an apology from Leo Varadkar
Asked if he thinks he is the Trump of Irish politics he replied: ‘God, I hope not.’
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Oct 27th 2018, 2:29 PM
Voices
Opinion: 'It's such a worrying time for Travellers. Is every fifth person I meet a Traveller hater?'
Activist Eileen Ní Fhloinn says it worries her as a Traveller woman “to see the brazen and openness of anti-Traveller sentiment that’s out there on social media and political forums”.
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Oct 27th 2018, 11:43 AM
# aras 18
'I brought to the fore something that was there already': Presidential Candidate Peter Casey stands by his comments on Travellers
Casey has said he’ll take a long time “probably until lunchtime” to decide what to do next.
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Oct 27th 2018, 10:13 AM
# Donegal
Islanders to cast their ballots in the presidential election today
Registered voters off the coast of Galway, Mayo and Donegal will cast their ballots today.
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Oct 25th 2018, 7:05 AM
# Your Say
Poll: Who will you vote for in the presidential election?
The final TV debate with all six candidates took place last night.
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Oct 24th 2018, 8:44 AM
# Podcast
The Candidate: Listen back to all six interviews with the Áras hopefuls here
Haven’t decided who you’re going to vote for? Look no further.
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Oct 23rd 2018, 6:00 PM
# aras 18
Michael D Higgins: 'I'm not a millionaire. I don't see the merit in this kind of discourse'
One of Higgins’ rivals has claimed that those without personal wealth or the backing of political parties will soon be unable to become president.
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Oct 22nd 2018, 5:47 PM
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