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Daniel McConnell: 'Humble' TDs eschew ministerial office for the backbenches

What is it about politicians these days in that they don’t want a promotion?

Daniel McConnell: 'Humble' TDs eschew ministerial office for the backbenches

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020 - 22:20

Jim O'Callaghan: Bowed out in style. Picture: Sam Boal / RollingNews.ie

What is it about politicians these days in that they don’t want a promotion?

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