Paul Hosford: Ivan Yates controversy strengthens belief that media/political nexus is too close

While the media commentator's election count coverage does not fall under the guidelines, surely any analysis should be disclosed to the viewer regardless of the law?

Ivan Yates is highly thought of in media and political circles. It's understandable that one might think that if anyone could whip a political newcomer like Jim Gavin into shape, it would be the former 'Tonight Show' host. 

It's very likely that nobody in Fianna Fáil saw the issue.

Ivan Yates is highly thought of in media and political circles. It's understandable that one might think that if anyone could whip a political newcomer like Jim Gavin into shape, it would be the former Tonight Show host.