Donohoe hoping the middle ground will hold

In a recent compelling but largely ignored speech, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe made a strong claim to the political centre ground, heralding, in his view, the rise of the moderate.

In the face of increased nationalism, populism, and cynicism in politics globally, Donohoe is seeking to lay claim to the middle ground upon which any civilised society relies to function and succeed.

In the speech, entitled ‘Renewing the Centre’, Donohoe said that despite the ongoing challenges in health and housing, he and his party are succeeding in making Ireland a more equal, more prosperous country.