David Davin-Power: McDonald proves an old hand at playing down party controversy

Sinn Féin found itself in hot water yesterday, while Fianna Fáil left reporters yawning, writes David Davin-Power.

David Davin-Power: McDonald proves an old hand at playing down party controversy
Fri, 17 Jan, 2020 - 00:00
David Davin-Power

Sinn Féin found itself in hot water yesterday, while Fianna Fáil left reporters yawning, writes David Davin-Power.

Gentle banter and the clack of indoor bowls wafted through the cavernous John Paul II Sports Centre as senior citizens from the heart of Mary Lou McDonald’s Dublin Central constituency enjoyed their weekly game.

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