Dublin, Oct 24, 2025 (AFP) - Ireland picks new president amid criticism over lack of choice

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2025-10-24

Ireland voted Friday to elect a new president, with left-wing independent Catherine Connolly expected to beat her female challenger in an election marred by criticism of the limited choice. The contest, pitting Connolly against Heather Humphreys of the centrist Fine Gael party, has also been tainted by calls to spoil ballots over the lack of a right-wing candidate. A third centre-right contender for the largely ceremonial role dropped out after c......

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